The Patrick Henry Academy Patriots will look to defend their home field on Monday against the Dillon Christian Warriors at 6:00 p.m. Patrick Henry Academy is strutting in with some hitting muscle as they've averaged 8.8 runs per game this season.
Patrick Henry Academy is hoping to deliver their fans another blowout on Monday, just like they did against Holy Trinity Classical Christian (and have done all season long). Patrick Henry Academy never let Holy Trinity Classical Christian onto the board and left with a 13-0 win on Thursday. The victory made it back-to-back wins for Patrick Henry Academy.
The result came thanks to Sims Brunson's shutout, as he gave up just two hits.
At the plate, the team relied heavily on Forest Fairey, who scored three runs and stole four bases while going 2-for-4. He is on a roll when it comes to stolen bases, as he's now stolen two or more in the last three games he's played. Hugh Fairey was another key contributor, scoring two runs and stealing a base while going 2-for-4.
Meanwhile, after a string of four wins, Dillon Christian's good fortune finally ran out on Tuesday. They took a 3-0 hit to the loss column at the hands of Florence Christian. Dillon Christian has not had much luck with Florence Christian recently, as the team's come up short the last five times they've met.
Jackson Outlar spent all seven innings on the mound, and it's clear why: he surrendered only one earned (and two unearned) runs on eight hits and racked up eight Ks.
Patrick Henry Academy's victory bumped their record up to 13-2. As for Dillon Christian, they now have a losing record at 6-7.
Monday's match might come down to which pitcher can control the ball better. Patrick Henry Academy has hit smart this season, having averaged an OBP of .441. However, it's not like Dillon Christian struggles in that department as they've averaged .433. With both teams so capable at the plate, fans should be ready for an impressive hitting performance. Come back here after the game to get an analysis of the match and other baseball content.
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