Timberlake Christian has not done well against Westover Christian Academy recently (they were 1-8 in their previous nine matchups), but they didn't let the past get in their way on Thursday. The Timberlake Christian Tornadoes sure made it a nail-biter, but they managed to escape with a 10-9 win over the Westover Christian Academy Bulldogs. That's more bragging rights for Timberlake Christian, who also won the pair's last head-to-head.
David Crump and Billy Shumaker were a major factor while hitting and pitching. Throwing, Crump struck out seven batters over 5.2 innings while giving up four earned (and four unearned) runs off four hits. Meanwhile, Shumaker tossed 1.1 innings while giving up no earned run off one hit (he also only allowed one walk). At bat, Crump scored two runs and stole two bases while going 2-for-4, while Shumaker scored three runs and stole four bases while getting on base in all five of his plate appearances. Crump is crushing it when it comes to stolen bases: he's stolen at least two every time he's taken the field this season.
In other batting news, the team relied heavily on Woo Kang, who scored a run and stole two bases while going 1-for-4. Another player making a difference was Ethan Tyree, who scored a run and stole a base while getting on base in three of his five plate appearances.
On Westover Christian Academy's side, Caleb Hill was cooking despite his team's loss, scoring two runs and stealing two bases while getting on base in three of his four plate appearances. Brayden Hundley was another key contributor, scoring two runs while going 1-for-2.
Timberlake Christian made their fans wait, but they earned their first win of the season to make their record 1-2. As for Westover Christian Academy, their defeat dropped their record down to 1-1.
Timberlake Christian will have some time to savor their victory since their next game is a little ways off: they'll take on Smith Mountain Lake Christian Academy at 4:30 p.m. on April 9th. As for Westover Christian Academy, they will be playing at home against Christian Heritage Academy at 4:30 p.m. on Tuesday. Westover Christian Academy and Christian Heritage Academy are at an even 3-3 over their past six head-to-heads.
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