Timberlake Christian scored the most runs they've had all season to find success on Tuesday. They were the clear victor by a 17-8 margin over Faith Christian Academy. Winning may never get old, but Timberlake Christian sure is getting used to it with their fourth in a row.
Billy Shumaker and Woo Kang made a splash no matter where they played. On the mound, Shumaker pitched three innings while giving up no earned runs or hits. Meanwhile, Kang tossed 3.1 innings while giving up just one earned (and four unearned) runs off two hits. Shumaker has been consistent recently: he hasn't tossed less than five strikeouts in three consecutive pitching appearances. At bat, Shumaker scored two runs and stole four bases while getting on base in four of his six plate appearances, while Kang scored three runs and stole seven bases while getting on base in four of his five plate appearances.
In other batting news, Timberlake Christian got a massive performance out of Josiah Smyth, who scored three runs and stole two bases while getting on base in four of his five plate appearances. Adrian Warrick was another key contributor, scoring three runs and stealing three bases while going 2-for-5.
Timberlake Christian's victory bumped their record up to 6-3. As for Faith Christian Academy, they dropped their record down to 0-6 with that defeat, which was their fifth straight at home.
Both teams will have to hit the road in their upcoming games. Timberlake Christian will face off against Grace Christian at 5:00 p.m. on Friday. As for Faith Christian Academy, they will head out on the road to take on Christian Heritage Academy at 4:30 p.m. on Thursday. Christian Heritage Academy will be hoping to continue their four-game streak of scoring more runs each contest than the last.
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