Ocala Christian is 3-0 against First Academy since March of 2018, and they'll have a chance to extend that success on Friday. The Ocala Christian Crusaders will head out on the road to challenge the First Academy Eagles at 6:00 p.m. Ocala Christian is coming into the matchup on a six-game losing streak.
Ocala Christian might be feeling deja-vu: they lost 11-1 to Seven Rivers Christian, which was the same score (and result) they got the week prior.
Ocala Christian saw two different players step up and record at least one hit. One of them was Valery Alamo, who went 1-for-2 with a stolen base and an RBI.
Meanwhile, after soaring to 13 runs the game before, First Academy was a bit more limited in their match on Thursday. They suffered a tough 24-2 loss at the hands of Mount Dora. The defeat unfortunately continues a disappointing trend for First Academy in their matchups with Mount Dora: they've now lost four in a row.
Ocala Christian's loss dropped their record down to 2-9. As for First Academy, their defeat dropped their record down to 5-7.
Friday's game will be a test for both team's pitchers. Ocala Christian hasn't had any issues making contact this season, having earned a batting average of .365. However, it's not like First Academy struggles in that department as they've averaged .420. With both teams so capable at the plate, fans should be ready for an impressive hitting performance.
Ocala Christian took their victory against First Academy in their previous matchup back in March of 2023 by a conclusive 17-7. The rematch might be a little tougher for Ocala Christian since the team won't have the home-field advantage this time around. We'll see if the change in venue makes a difference.
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