North Hills Christian had to skate by with only a one-run margin when they last took the field, which might have inspired the 15-run drubbing they dealt Faith Academy Charter on Thursday. The Eagles blew past the Patriots 16-1. The match marked the Eagles' most dominant victory of the season.
Gracin Craig made a splash while hitting and pitching. He struck out seven batters over three innings while giving up no earned runs or hits (and not a single walk). He has been nothing but reliable on the mound: he hasn't given up more than two walks in four consecutive appearances. He was also solid in the batter's box, getting on base in three of his four plate appearances with three runs. That's the most runs he has posted since back in March.
Chris Barringer
| 03/25/25 vs Statesville Christian | 4 |
| 02/25/25 @ North Rowan | 4 |
| 05/01/25 vs Faith Academy Charter | 3 |
| 04/29/25 vs Grace Academy | 3 |
| 03/03/25 @ Piedmont Community Charter | 2 |
| + 4 more games |
In other batting news, the team relied heavily on Chris Barringer, who went 3-for-4 with three RBI, two runs, and one triple. He is becoming a predictor of North Hills Christian's success: when he posts at least three RBI the team is undefeated (and 4-11 when he doesn't). The team also got some help courtesy of Luke McLaughlin, who got on base in three of his four plate appearances with three stolen bases and two runs.
North Hills Christian kept the outfield on their toes and finished the game with 11 hits. They are 3-1 when they post 11 or more hits.
North Hills Christian's record now sits at 8-11. As for Faith Academy Charter, they are on a four-game losing streak (dating back to last season) that has dropped them down to 0-3.
As of now, neither North Hills Christian nor the Patriots have any future games scheduled.
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