Cumberland Christian couldn't capitalize on their home-field advantage in their season opener. They fell victim to a rough 19-2 loss at the hands of the Calvary Academy Warrior on Tuesday. The defeat unfortunately continues a disappointing trend for Cumberland Christian in their matchups with Calvary Academy: they've now lost seven in a row.
For Calvary Academy's part, Jalena Carpenter and Paige Trenta were a major factor while hitting and pitching. On the mound, Carpenter tossed two innings while giving up no earned runs off one hit. Meanwhile, Trenta struck out eight batters over three innings while giving up no earned runs off one hit (and only one walk). At the plate, Carpenter scored four runs and stole three bases while going 2-for-4, while Trenta scored a run and stole a base while getting on base in all five of her plate appearances.
In other batting news, Ava Ciccone and Tori DiChiara did most of the damage at the plate: Ciccone scored three runs and stole two bases while getting on base in three of her five plate appearances, while DiChiara scored two runs and stole five bases while going 1-for-4. Hailey Rayner was another key contributor, scoring two runs and stealing two bases while getting on base in all two of her plate appearances.
Cumberland Christian will head out on the road to take on Atlantic Christian at 4:00 p.m. on Friday. As for Calvary Academy, they will look to defend their home field on Monday against The Pilgrim Academy at 4:00 p.m.
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