Golden City had to start their season on the road on Tuesday, and it wasn't the start they were hoping for. They fell 9-6 to the College Heights Christian Cougars. Golden City has struggled against College Heights Christian recently, as their match on Tuesday was their third consecutive lost matchup.
For College Heights Christian's part, Jayce Walker and Joshua Anderson made a big impact while hitting and pitching. Throwing, Walker struck out eight batters over five innings while giving up four earned runs off four hits. Meanwhile, Anderson struck out six batters over two innings while giving up just one earned (and one unearned) run off three hits (and only one walk). At bat, Walker scored two runs and stole a base while going 2-for-4, while Anderson scored a run and stole two bases while getting on base in two of his four plate appearances. Anderson is crushing it when it comes to stolen bases: he's stolen at least one every time he's taken the field this season.
They weren't the only ones making solid contact as two players wound up with at least one hit. One of them was Austin Miller, who scored a run and stole a base while going 1-for-4. Another player making a difference was Caleb Evans, who scored two runs and stole three bases.
College Heights Christian now has a winning record of 7-6.
Golden City will look to defend their home field on Thursday against Wheaton at 6:00 p.m. Golden City is facing Wheaton at the right time seeing as Wheaton is stuck on a nine-game losing streak. As for College Heights Christian, they will head out on the road to face off against Exeter at 5:00 p.m. on Friday.
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