Salem Baptist Christian lost against Caldwell Academy back in May of 2023, and unfortunately they wound up with the same result on Monday. The Salem Baptist Christian Vikings fell 11-6 to Caldwell Academy.
Avery Smith made the most of his time at bat despite the final result and scored a run and stole two bases while going 1-for-3. The team also got some help courtesy of Montgomery Young, who went 2-for-4 with two RBI and a double.
On Caldwell Academy's side, Jack Pearman tossed a big game, pitching six innings while giving up just two earned (and four unearned) runs off eight hits.
At the plate, Neal Swindell was incredible, scoring three runs and stealing a base while going 4-for-5. Another player making a difference was Kent Moles, who scored two runs and stole a base while going 1-for-3.
Salem Baptist Christian has been struggling recently as they've lost three of their last four contests, which put a noticeable dent in their 6-8 record this season. As for Caldwell Academy, their victory ended a three-game drought on the road and puts them at 5-17.
Both teams will have to hit the road in their upcoming games. Salem Baptist Christian will take on Gospel Light Christian at 4:30 p.m. on Tuesday. As for Caldwell Academy, they will head out on the road to square off against Westchester Country Day at 7:00 p.m. on Tuesday. Caldwell Academy will be hoping to continue their four-game streak of scoring more runs each matchup than the last.
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