Laurel Christian had already won four in a row (a stretch where they outscored their opponents by an average of 8 runs), and they went ahead and made it five on Thursday. They won by a run and slipped past the Newton County Academy Generals 4-3. That's more bragging rights for the Lions, who also won the pair's last head-to-head.
Gracie Blackwell made a splash no matter where she played. On the mound, she pitched three innings while giving up no earned runs off two hits. That's the most hits she has posted since back in August. She was also big at the plate, scoring a run while going 3-for-5.
In other batting news, Lily Shoemake was excellent, scoring two runs and stealing a base while going 2-for-4. Another player making a difference was Addi Welborn, who scored a run while going 2-for-4.
Laurel Christian kept the outfield on their toes and finished the game with 11 hits. That strong performance was nothing new for the team: they've now hit at least eight hits in six consecutive games.
Laurel Christian has been performing incredibly well recently as they've won seven of their last eight contests, which provided a nice bump to their 13-5 record this season. As for Newton County Academy, their defeat dropped their record down to 0-2.
Laurel Christian will take on Sylva Bay Academy at 6:30 p.m. on Tuesday. Laurel Christian is strutting in with some hitting muscle as they've averaged 7.3 runs per game this season. Newton County Academy does not have any more games scheduled as of now.
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