University School of Nashville Varsity Tigers Falls to Grace Christian Academy Varsity Lions After Fifth Inning Score
University School of Nashville Varsity Tigers stayed in it until the end, but Grace Christian Academy Varsity Lions pulled away late in a 4-2 victory on Tuesday. The game was tied at two with Grace Christian Academy Varsity Lions batting in the bottom of the fifth when Silas Jones hit a solo homer.
In the first inning, University School of Nashville Varsity Tigers got their offense started. Alexander Peck hit a solo homer.
Grace Christian Academy Varsity Lions knotted the game up at two in the bottom of the fourth inning, when an error scored one run for Grace Christian Academy Varsity Lions.
Benjamin Caldwell took the win for Grace Christian Academy Varsity Lions. The pitcher surrendered one run on two hits over five innings, striking out seven. Trace Phillips threw one inning in relief out of the bullpen.
Owen Block took the loss for University School of Nashville Varsity Tigers. The righthander lasted four and two-thirds innings, allowing eight hits and four runs while striking out two and walking one.
Hudson Barton started the game for Grace Christian Academy Varsity Lions. Barton surrendered one run on two hits over one inning, walking zero
University School of Nashville Varsity Tigers tallied one home run on the day. Peck had a long ball in the first inning.
Townsend Stevenson went 2-for-3 at the plate to lead University School of Nashville Varsity Tigers in hits.
Grace Christian Academy Varsity Lions had nine hits in the game. Phillips, Jones, and Jordan Carter each racked up multiple hits for Grace Christian Academy Varsity Lions.
The senior has been awarded one of the most highly selective merit scholarships in the nation, making it two consecutive years that University of Virginia has selected a USN student for a full ride covering the cost of instruction, housing, and meals.
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