Varsity Baseball Takes on Shelton

McKinney Christian Academy Varsity Mustangs Defeats the Shelton Chargers in a Close Game

April 2, 2024

Senior Connor Jarzombek throws a pitch.

On Tuesday, April 2, the McKinney Christian Academy varsity baseball team travelled to Dallas, Texas to take on the Shelton Chargers for game one of their series. Taking the mound for the Mustangs was senior Connor Jarzombek who ended up pitching a complete game shutout and only allowed four hits and zero runs, striking out five and walking one. The Mustangs quickly got on the board in the third inning when junior Judd Witte grounded out, scoring one run. Senior Jarzombek and Jax Marshall each collected two hits on the day. Marshall also stole three bases. Ultimately, the Chargers could not answer back as the Mustangs took the win with the final score being 1-0.

Their next game is game two of the series against Shelton at home on Friday, April 5.

Junior Teague Spivey swings at a fastball.
Photo by: Makennah Vann
Junior Judd Witte fields the ground ball and throws to first base.
Photo by: Makennah Vann
Senior Jax Marshall stands ready for the next pitch.
Photo by: Makennah Vann

About the Contributors

Kody Zbranek, Editor

Kody Zbranek has been at MCA since he was in kindergarten and is currently a sophomore. This is his second year newspaper and he is looking forward to all of the events that MCA has to offer. Zbranek's favorite sport is baseball. He also enjoys spending time with his family and friends and watching baseball and football. His favorite memory is watching the MCA varsity basketball team win the state championship. Zbranek is excited to support MCA by contributing to The Mane Edition. His favorite Bible verse is Jeremiah 29:11 “For I know the plans I have for you,” declares the LORD, “plans to prosper you and not to harm you, plans to give you hope and a future.”

Makennah Vann, staff writer

Makennah Vann is a sophomore attending MCA for the second year. This is her second year in newspaper. She loves to play volleyball at school and on her club team. In her free time, Vann enjoys spending time with friends and family. She attends Citizens Church and is actively involved in the youth program. Her favorite Bible verse is Joshua 1:9. "Have I not commanded you? Be strong and courageous. Do not be afraid; do not be discouraged, for the Lord your God will be with you wherever you go.”