Christian Academy of Greater St. Louis was not able to break out of their rough patch on Thursday as the team picked up their fifth straight loss dating back to last season. They were a single run away from ending the streak, but they lost an 8-7 heartbreaker at the hands of Crosspoint Christian. Crusaders fans who chose to attend the game sure picked the wrong one: it was the first time the team's lost against Crosspoint Christian since on Thursday.
Tariq Mayo put in work while hitting and pitching. He looked comfortable on the mound, striking out 11 batters over 5.1 innings while giving up just two earned (and four unearned) runs off six hits. Mayo was also big at the plate, scoring a run and stealing a base while going 2-for-3.
In other batting news, Dane Perry made the most of his time at bat despite the final result and scored a run and stole a base while going 2-for-4.
Christian Academy of Greater St. Louis' defeat dropped their record down to 0-2.
Both teams are looking forward to the support of their home crowds in their upcoming games. Christian Academy of Greater St. Louis will challenge Dupo at 4:30 p.m. on March 21st. Crosspoint Christian will have some time to savor their victory since their next game is a little ways off: they'll take on Non Varsity Opponent at 5:00 p.m. on March 25th.
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