With a playoff win on the line, Bethel Christian Academy rose to the challenge on Thursday. They had just enough and edged out the Triad Baptist Christian Academy Titans 5-4.
Suzanne Rouse was a major factor while hitting and pitching. She looked comfortable on the mound, striking out seven batters over seven innings while giving up just two earned (and two unearned) runs off six hits (and only one walk). She has been nothing but reliable: she hasn't given up more than one walk in five consecutive appearances. She was also solid in the batter's box, going 2-for-3 with two doubles, one stolen base, and two RBI.

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In other batting news, the team relied heavily on Avery Cash, who went 1-for-4 with three stolen bases and two runs. Those three stolen bases gave her a new career-high.
Bethel Christian Academy is on a roll lately: they've won three of their last four games. That's provided a nice bump to their 9-5 record this season. As for Triad Baptist Christian Academy, their defeat dropped their record down to 6-5.
Looking ahead, Bethel Christian Academy will head out to square off against Oak Level Baptist Academy at 5:00 p.m. on Friday. The Trojans' pitchers better be ready for this one: the Conquerors have averaged an impressive 7.7 runs per game this season. Triad Baptist Christian Academy does not have any more games scheduled as of now.
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