David Emanuel Academy Varsity Eagles could not keep up with Citizens Christian Academy Varsity Patriots 6-1 on Thursday, October 2. Varsity Patriots jumped out to the lead in the top of the first inning after an error scored one run, Gracie Giddens singled, scoring two runs, and Klair Mercer grounded out, scoring one run.
Peighton Harper earned the win for Varsity Patriots. The righty allowed three hits and zero runs over five innings, striking out six and walking two. Rayleigh Faircloth took the loss for Varsity Eagles. The right-handed pitcher went seven innings, surrendering six runs (one earned) on six hits, striking out four and walking four.
Kate Yeomans led the team with one run batted in. Addalyn Terwilliger and Aubrey Scott each collected two hits for Varsity Eagles. Varsity Eagles turned one double play in the game.
Emma Gourley drove the middle of the lineup, leading Varsity Patriots with two runs batted in. The infielder went 1-for-3 on the day. Giddens went 2-for-4 at the plate to lead Varsity Patriots in hits.
