In what's become a running theme this season, First Baptist Christian gave their fans yet another huge victory on Tuesday. Everything went their way against the Frassati Catholic Falcons as the First Baptist Christian Warriors made off with a 23-13 win. First Baptist Christian's hitters stepped up their game for this one, as that was the most runs they've scored all season.
Theresa Antimo made a big impact while hitting and pitching. She looked comfortable on the mound, striking out ten batters over seven innings while giving up just two earned (and 11 unearned) runs off 13 hits (and not a single walk). Antimo has been consistent recently: she hasn't tossed less than six strikeouts in four consecutive pitching appearances. Antimo was also big at the plate, scoring four runs and stealing two bases while getting on base in five of her six plate appearances.
In other batting news, Bailey Bell was a standout: she went 4-for-6 with two stolen bases, five RBI, and two runs. She has been hot recently, having posted two or more stolen bases the last five times she's played. Abi Gardner was another key contributor, scoring three runs and stealing two bases while getting on base in all six of her plate appearances.
First Baptist Christian is on a roll lately: they've won four of their last five matches, which provided a nice bump to their 8-7-1 record this season. As for Frassati Catholic, they haven't won a game yet this season and fell to 0-6.
First Baptist Christian will be playing at home against Duchesne Academy of the Sacred Heart at 4:30 p.m. on Thursday. Duchesne Academy of the Sacred Heart is coming into the game with three straight losses on the road, meaning First Baptist Christian will have to defend against a team hungry for a victory. As for Frassati Catholic, they will face off against The Woodlands Christian Academy at 6:00 p.m. on Friday. The Woodlands Christian Academy's pitching crew has only allowed 2.5 runs per game this season, so Frassati Catholic's hitters will have their work cut out for them.
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