Crusaders
| 02/25/25 @ West Valley | 7 |
| 02/22/25 @ Nuview Bridge | 0 |
| 02/20/25 @ Redlands Adventist Academy | 14 |
| 02/18/25 vs Western Christian | 5 |
Cornerstone Christian is a perfect 4-0 against San Jacinto Valley Academy since April of 2021 and they'll have a chance to extend that dominance on Thursday. The Cornerstone Christian Crusaders will face off against the San Jacinto Valley Academy Wolves at 3:00 p.m. Cornerstone Christian is strutting in with some hitting muscle as they've averaged 6.5 runs per game this season.
Cornerstone Christian was handed a heart-breaking two-run loss in their last contest, but they sure didn't let that happen against West Valley on Tuesday. Cornerstone Christian was the clear victors by a 7-1 margin over West Valley.
Alec O'Sullivan made a big impact no matter where he played. On the mound, he kept things locked down with no earned runs or hits while striking out seven over five innings pitched. Furthermore, he didn't allow a single hit, the first time he has blanked an opponent since back in April of 2024. He was also solid in the batter's box, scoring a run and stealing three bases while going 2-for-3. What's more, he posted two hits, the most he's had since back in April of 2024.
In other batting news, David Meinardus was excellent, scoring two runs while going 2-for-2. Jesse Villicana also deserves some recognition as he stole his first stolen bases of the season.
Meanwhile, Tuesday just wasn't the day for San Jacinto Valley Academy's offense. They lost 12-0 to Linfield Christian on Tuesday. The defeat continues a trend for the Wolves in their matchups with the Lions: they've now lost three in a row.
San Jacinto Valley Academy's loss dropped their record down to 1-3. As for Cornerstone Christian, their record is now 3-1.
Cornerstone Christian's speedy runners might be the difference in Thursday's match. Cornerstone Christian has been swiping bases left and right this season, having averaged 3.8 stolen bases per game. It's a different story for San Jacinto Valley Academy, though, as they've been averaging only 1.2 stolen bases. Will they be able to secure the bases, or will Cornerstone Christian continue to outrun the ball?
Cornerstone Christian took their win against San Jacinto Valley Academy when the teams last played back in February of 2024 by a conclusive 11-0. Will Cornerstone Christian repeat their success, or does San Jacinto Valley Academy have a new game plan this time around? We'll find out soon enough.
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