Excel Christian Academy can finally bid farewell to their five-game losing streak thanks to their game on Friday. They were the clear victor by a 15-1 margin over Cornerstone Prep Academy. Excel Christian Academy might be getting used to big wins seeing as the team's won three matches by ten runs or more this season.
Gavin Dyson made a big impact while hitting and pitching. He struck out 13 batters over six innings while giving up just one earned run off four hits (and only one walk). Dyson has been nothing but reliable on the mound: he hasn't tossed less than five strikeouts in three consecutive pitching appearances. Dyson was also solid in the batter's box, scoring two runs and stealing a base while getting on base in four of his five plate appearances.
In other batting news, the team relied heavily on David Jinks, who went 3-for-4 with three runs, three RBI, and a triple. Jacob Jinks was another key contributor, scoring a run while going 3-for-5.
Excel Christian Academy's victory bumped their record up to 3-5. As for Cornerstone Prep Academy, their defeat dropped their record down to 4-4.
Excel Christian Academy will head out on the road to face off against Holy Ground Baptist Academy at 5:30 p.m. on Monday. Holy Ground Baptist Academy is coming into the contest with three straight losses at home, meaning Excel Christian Academy will have to defend against a squad hungry for a win. As for Cornerstone Prep Academy, they will get a bit of extra time to process the loss as their next game is a ways off. They'll take on Hiram at 3:00 p.m. on April 9th.
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