Metrolina Christian Academy Secures 5-1 Victory Over Grace Academy

Metrolina Christian Academy Athletic Complex – February 24, 2025

In a well-executed performance, Metrolina Christian Academy defeated Grace Academy 5-1 on Monday afternoon. A key sixth-inning RBI groundout by Alex Lerch extended Metrolina’s lead to 4-1, solidifying their path to victory.

Game Recap

Metrolina Christian set the tone early, capitalizing on timely hitting and strong pitching. Grace Academy managed to push across a run, but their offense was largely stifled by the combined efforts of Metrolina’s pitching staff. Bennett Johnson provided a solid start, delivering four scoreless innings, while Case Gibbs closed the game in dominant fashion with five strikeouts over two innings.

Grace Academy Key Performances

• Fletcher Owens – 2-for-4, 1 double, 1 run
• Seth Stanton – 1-for-2, RBI sac fly, 1 walk
• Brayden Blinn – 1-for-4
• Nick Vovchuck – 1-for-2, 1 walk

Grace Academy Pitching

• Michael Im – 2.0 IP, 2 H, 1 ER, 1 BB
• Hunter Murphy – 3.1 IP, 4 H, 4 ER, 7 BB, 2 K
• Fletcher Owens – 0.2 IP, 1 H, 1 K

Metrolina Christian Academy Key Performances

• Jacob Seamon – 1-for-3, 1 walk, 1 run
• Spencer Powell – 2-for-2, 1 double
• Landon Nichols – 1-for-3, pinch runner scored his run
• Caleb Hunter – 1-for-1, pinch-hit RBI single
• Alex Lerch – 0-for-3, RBI groundout, 1 run, 1 walk, 1 stolen base

Metrolina Christian Pitching

• Bennett Johnson – 4.0 IP, 3 H, 0 ER, 2 BB, 2 K
• Sully Mellor – 1.0 IP, 1 H, 1 ER, 3 BB, 1 K
• Case Gibbs – 2.0 IP, 1 H, 0 ER, 1 BB, 5 K

With this win, Metrolina Christian Academy showcased their depth on the mound and timely hitting. They will look to carry this momentum into their next matchup, while Grace Academy aims to rebound in their upcoming game.

SCOUT BLOG

Jacob Seamon, OF, Metrolina Christian Academy, 2027

Loose/relaxed stance and getting into load/stride.