Ft Myers Fl- The young but fun University Christian softball team jumped out to a 7-0 lead and never looked back, as the Christians advanced to the Class 2A Softball State Championship on Tuesday defeating Mount Dora Christian 8-3 .
The Christians were led by freshman Jaleighia Harris who had 3 hits and got on base on all four of her at bats. Another freshman, Kate Dell Alba drove in a team high 3 RBIs. Freshman Sophia Kardatzke struck out 10 for UC, while scoring 3 runs. Sophomore Macie Bourgholtzer had an amazingly efficient 10 for 10 put outs in the game. A total effort at the plate and in the field for U.C.
Congrats @UCChristians! 🥎🎉
— FHSAA (@FHSAA) May 18, 2021
They are moving onto the 2A #FHSAA State Championship game after beating @mdcacademy, 8-3#FHSAAStateChampionships @PFXAthletics pic.twitter.com/11QhVWsFDS
UC advances to the state championship for just the second time in school history. It’s a true testament to Keith Stroud and his staff, yet the task is not done yet. The Christians (18-2) must battle Canteburry (22-9) on Wednesday 5/19/21 for the opportunity to bring home the title.
