Grace Christian came out on top against Faith Christian Academy on Thursday thanks in part to the team's impressive ten-run first inning. The Warriors blew past Faith Christian Academy 15-5. The result was nothing new for the Warriors, who have now won six matchups by six runs or more so far this season.
Landon Wright made a big impact while hitting and pitching. He looked comfortable on the mound, striking out seven batters over four innings while giving up just one earned (and three unearned) runs off two hits (and only one walk). He has been consistent recently: he hasn't given up more than two hits in four consecutive appearances. He was also big at the plate, getting on base in three of his four plate appearances with two runs, one stolen base, and two RBI.
In other batting news, the team relied heavily on Davis Reid, who went a perfect 1-for-1 with two runs, one triple, and two RBI. Another player making a difference was Ethan Wright, who went a perfect 1-for-1 with two runs, two RBI, and one double.
Warriors
| 05/01/25 vs Faith Christian Academy | 55.6% |
| 04/25/25 @ Blue Ridge | 34.2% |
| 04/24/25 vs Roanoke Catholic | 46.9% |
| 04/22/25 vs Temple Christian | 24% |
| 04/17/25 vs Parry McCluer | 30.8% |
| + 21 more games |
Grace Christian always had someone on base and finished the game having posted an OBP of .556. The last time their OBP was this high was back in March of 2024.
Grace Christian pushed their record up to 11-2 with the win, which was their tenth straight at home dating back to last season. Those home victories came thanks in part to their hitting performance across that stretch, as they averaged 9.1 runs over those games. As for Faith Christian Academy, they have traveled a rocky road recently, having lost seven of their last eight contests. That's put a noticeable dent in their 3-9 record this season.
Grace Christian does not have any more games scheduled as of now. As for Faith Christian Academy, they will face off against Ridgeview Christian at 4:30 p.m. on Friday. Faith Christian Academy are facing the Crusaders at the right time seeing as the Crusaders are stuck on a five-game losing streak.
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