Winning is always nice, but doing so behind a season-high score is even better (just ask Victory Christian). They were the clear victors by a 12-2 margin over the Checotah Wildcats on Tuesday. With that victory, the Conquerors brought their scoring average up to 6.1 runs per game.
Jake Butterfield was a major factor no matter where he played. He struck out nine batters over six innings while giving up just two earned runs off two hits (and only one walk). That's the fewest hits he has allowed since back in April of 2024. He was also stellar in the batter's box, getting on base in three of his five plate appearances with one home run, two stolen bases, and four RBI. Those two stolen bases gave him a new career-high.
Jacob Earnhardt
| 03/25/25 vs Checotah | 3 |
| 03/10/25 vs Catoosa | 2 |
| 04/16/24 vs Oklahoma Union | 2 |
| 04/04/24 vs Tulsa NOAH HomeSchool | 2 |
| 04/02/24 @ Roland | 2 |
In other batting news, Jacob Earnhardt was incredible, scoring a run and stealing three bases while going 2-for-3. Those three stolen bases gave him a new career-high. Crew Watashe was another key player, scoring two runs while going 2-for-4.
Victory Christian hit smart and finished the game with only one strikeout. They easily outclassed their opponents in that department as Checotah struck out nine times.
Victory Christian's win was their sixth straight at home dating back to last season, which pushed their record up to 6-3. The victories came thanks in part to their hitting performance across that stretch, as they averaged 10.7 runs over those games. As for Checotah, they are on a three-game losing streak that has dropped them down to 3-13.
Coming up, Victory Christian will take on Eufaula at 4:30 p.m. on Monday. As for Checotah, they will square off against Catoosa at 5:00 p.m. on Monday.
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