Summit Christian Academy dropped to 4-4 on Friday, ending the team's three-game streak of wins at home. They lost 7-0 to Morris. Having soared to a lofty 21 runs in the game before, Summit Christian Academy's shutout was a dramatic turnaround.
Morris' first victory this season bumped their record up to 1-8. Their hitters stepped up their game for this one, as that was the most runs they've scored all season.
For Morris' part, Landon Martin made a splash while hitting and pitching. He looked comfortable on the mound, not allowing a single earned run while striking out six over seven innings pitched. Martin was also big at the plate, going a perfect 3-for-3 with three stolen bases, three runs, and two doubles. He has been hot recently, having posted at least one stolen base the last three times he's played.
In other batting news, the team relied heavily on Gage Ausbrook, who went a perfect 2-for-2 with two stolen bases, one run, and one RBI. Those hits marked the first that he has got this season. Another player making a difference was Baylor Ledford, who went 2-for-4 with two RBI.
Coming up, Summit Christian Academy will be playing at home against Nathan Hale at 12:00 p.m. on Thursday. As for Morris, they will head out on the road to square off against Kiefer at 12:00 p.m. on Tuesday.
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