The Norfolk Christian Ambassadors will head out to challenge the Atlantic Shores Christian Seahawks at 4:30 p.m. on Monday. Norfolk Christian has given up an average of 13.3 runs per game this season, but Monday's game will give them a chance to turn things around.
Norfolk Christian fell victim to Nansemond-Suffolk Academy and their airtight pitching crew on Wednesday. They lost 16-0 to the Saints. That's two games in a row now that the Ambassadors have lost by exactly 16 runs.
Meanwhile, after soaring to 14 runs the game before, Atlantic Shores Christian was a bit more limited in their match on Friday. They came up short against Greenbrier Christian Academy, falling 18-1. The loss continues a trend for the Seahawks in their meetings with the Gators: they've now lost seven in a row.
Atlantic Shores Christian saw three different players step up and record at least one hit. One of them was Layla Berry, who went 1-for-2 with one stolen base.
This is the second loss in a row for Norfolk Christian and nudges their season record down to 2-7. As for Atlantic Shores Christian, they now have a losing record of 2-3.
Monday's contest might come down to which pitcher can control the ball better. Norfolk Christian has hit smart this season, having averaged an OBP of .453. However, it's not like Atlantic Shores Christian struggles in that department as they've averaged .441. With both teams so capable at the plate, fans should be ready for an impressive hitting performance.
Norfolk Christian might still be hurting after the 12-1 defeat they got from Atlantic Shores Christian in their previous meeting back in March of 2023. Can the Ambassadors avenge their loss or is history doomed to repeat itself? We'll find out soon enough.
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