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Heartland Christian Baseball Team Comes from Behind to Beat Columbiana

In an exciting baseball matchup on Friday, the Heartland Christian team came from behind to defeat Columbiana with a final score of 11-9. This victory was particularly sweet for Heartland Christian, as they had lost to Columbiana in their previous two season matchups.

The game was a back-and-forth battle, with Columbiana holding a comfortable 9-3 lead until the sixth inning. That’s when Heartland Christian rallied, scoring eight runs to take the lead for good. Key players in the comeback included Jake Walker, who had two hits, two runs scored, and two RBIs, and Seth Walker, who contributed two RBIs and two hits.

Heartland Christian coach Mark Franken expressed his pride in the team’s performance, stating, “We just have to keep chopping wood.” The players echoed this sentiment, emphasizing the importance of sticking to their approach and hitting the ball hard.

On the other side, Columbiana coach Bryce Franken commended starting pitcher Anthony Hall for his strong performance but acknowledged that the team failed to make crucial plays when needed.

Looking ahead, both teams are gearing up for tournament play. Heartland Christian will face Warren JFK at Eastwood Field, while Columbiana will play at Howland. The coaches are focused on fine-tuning their teams’ skills and strategies as they prepare for the upcoming challenges.

Overall, the game was a thrilling display of determination and skill, showcasing the competitive spirit of high school baseball. Fans can look forward to more exciting matchups as the season progresses.