Jenkins proved they can win big last Tuesday (they won by 18) and on Wednesday they proved they can win the close ones too. They had just enough and edged out the First Preparatory Christian Academy Highlanders 12-11.
Maurice Barnes made a big impact no matter where he played. He pitched 1.2 innings while giving up no earned runs or hits. Barnes was also solid in the batter's box, getting on base in three of his four plate appearances with one RBI.
In other batting news, the team relied heavily on Pedro Fabian, who scored three runs and stole four bases while getting on base in all four of his plate appearances. With that strong performance, he is now averaging an impressive 1.3 stolen bases per game. Jackson McKenzie was another key player, scoring a run while going 2-for-2.
Jenkins' record is now 3-4.
Both squads are looking forward to the support of their home crowds in their upcoming games. Jenkins will challenge The Habersham School at 5:00 p.m. on Tuesday. As for First Preparatory Christian Academy, they will look to take advantage of their home field for the first time this season as they take on Frederica Academy at 4:00 p.m. on Thursday. Frederica Academy's pitching crew has only allowed 2.2 runs per game this season, so First Preparatory Christian Academy's hitters will have their work cut out for them.
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