It can be hard to translate regular season success to the playoffs, but Wesleyan Christian Academy had no problem doing just that on Monday. They were the clear victor by a 14-4 margin over the Charlotte Christian Knights. The result was nothing new for Wesleyan Christian Academy, who have now won 18 matchups by seven runs or more so far this season.
Josh Hammond made a big impact while hitting and pitching. He pitched three innings while giving up just two earned (and one unearned) runs off one hit. Hammond was also stellar in the batter's box, getting on base in four of his five plate appearances with a home run, three RBI, and a double.
In other batting news, Wesleyan Christian Academy got a big performance out of Sawyer Black, who scored two runs while going 2-for-4. Another player making a difference was Nick Papciak, who scored a run while going 2-for-5.
On Charlotte Christian's side, Logan Davis made the most of his time at bat despite the final result and scored two runs and stole a base while going 1-for-3. Matty Carroll was another key contributor, going 2-for-2 with two RBI.
The win (which was Wesleyan Christian Academy's 11th in a row) raised their record to 22-5. As for Charlotte Christian, their loss ended a six-game streak of away wins and brought them to 22-8.
Wesleyan Christian Academy will be playing in front of their home fans against Metrolina Christian Academy at 5:00 p.m. on Friday. Wesleyan Christian Academy is on a six-game streak of home wins, Metrolina Christian Academy a nine-game streak of away wins -- so someone will have to leave a streak behind on the field. Charlotte Christian does not have any more games scheduled as of now.
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