North Hills Christian hasn't had much luck against Hickory Christian Academy recently, but that could start to change on Thursday. The Eagles will look to defend their home field against the Knights at 4:30 p.m. North Hills Christian has given up an average of 7.3 runs per game this season, but Thursday's game will give them a chance to turn things around.
North Hills Christian lost 14-4 to Ambassador Christian School last Tuesday.
Dusty Morgan made the most of his time at bat despite the final result and went 1-for-2 with two stolen bases and two runs.
Meanwhile, Hickory Christian Academy unfortunately witnessed the end of their eight-game winning streak on Tuesday. They fell just short of Ambassador Christian School by a score of 6-4.
Hickory Christian Academy saw seven different players step up and record at least one hit. One of them was Jude Carter, who got on base in all four of his plate appearances with two runs.
North Hills Christian's loss dropped their record down to 6-10. As for Hickory Christian Academy, their defeat dropped their record down to 11-3.
The batters for both teams will have to hit smart on Thursday as both have some strikeout artists on the roster. North Hills Christian has been retiring batters left and right this season, having averaged 7.5 strikeouts per game. However, it's not like Hickory Christian Academy struggles in that department as they've been averaging an even more impressive 9.1 strikeouts. Considering how easily both teams rack up Ks, the hitters on both teams better bring their A-game into this one.
North Hills Christian couldn't quite get it done against Hickory Christian Academy in their previous meeting back in March as they fell 11-6. Will the Eagles have more luck at home instead of on the road? Check MaxPreps after the match for a full breakdown of the game, commentary, and other baseball content.
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