The Wake Christian Academy Bulldogs will take on the Harrells Christian Academy Crusaders at 5:00 p.m. on Thursday. Wake Christian Academy has given up an average of 13.7 runs per game this season, but Thursday's game will give them a chance to turn things around.
Wake Christian Academy fell victim to Wilson Christian Academy and their airtight pitching crew on Tuesday. They lost 12-0 to the Chargers. Having soared to a lofty 14 runs in the game before, the Bulldogs' shutout was a dramatic turnaround.
Meanwhile, Harrells Christian Academy can bid farewell to their three-game losing streak thanks to their game on Tuesday. They skirted past Faith Christian 6-5. For those keeping track at home, that's the closest win the Crusaders have posted since April 9, 2024.
Breelyn Peed was a major factor no matter where she played. She looked comfortable on the mound, pitching seven innings while giving up five earned runs off six hits. Peed was also solid in the batter's box, scoring a run while going 2-for-3.
In other batting news, the team relied heavily on Makenzie Jackson, who went 2-for-4 with two runs, one triple, and two RBI. Christina Barnhill was another key player, scoring a run while getting on base in all three of her plate appearances.
Wake Christian Academy's loss dropped their record down to 4-3. As for Harrells Christian Academy, their victory bumped their record up to 2-3.
Harrells Christian Academy's pitching crew has a crucial task ahead of them: Wake Christian Academy has hit smart this season, having averaged an OBP of .526. It's a different story for Harrells Christian Academy, though, as they've only averaged .354. Will they be able to contain Wake Christian Academy's hitters?
Wake Christian Academy beat Harrells Christian Academy 6-3 when the teams last played back in March of 2024. Will the Bulldogs repeat their success, or do the Crusaders have a new game plan this time around? We'll find out soon enough.
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