Trinity Crusaders Rout David Emanuel Academy in Rematch

Crusaders win big after close call in previous matchup

Published on Mar. 9, 2026

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The Trinity Crusaders baseball team dominated their rematch against the David Emanuel Academy (DEA) Eagles, winning 10-0 in a run-rule victory. After needing a comeback to beat the Eagles two weeks ago, Trinity jumped out to an early lead and never looked back, scoring in every inning to end the game early.

Why it matters

This decisive win over a conference rival shows the Crusaders' ability to bounce back from a close call and assert their dominance. It also highlights the team's offensive firepower and the pitcher's strong performance on the mound.

The details

Trinity's offense came alive early, scoring four runs in the first inning and adding runs in each subsequent frame. Key hits came from Brayden Underwood, who drove in three runs, and Carter Lee, who also had an RBI single. Pitcher Kolbi Grooms helped his own cause with an RBI single as well. The Crusaders took advantage of several DEA errors to extend their lead throughout the game.

  • The teams previously met two weeks ago in Stillmore, with Trinity coming from behind to win.
  • The rematch took place on Friday, March 6, 2026.

The players

Jakob Sahli

A Trinity Crusaders player who scored a run in the win.

Asher Evans

A Trinity Crusaders player who reached base and scored a run.

Brayden Underwood

A Trinity Crusaders player who had three hits and drove in three runs.

Carter Lee

A Trinity Crusaders player who had an RBI single.

Kolbi Grooms

The Trinity Crusaders pitcher who got the win and helped his own cause with an RBI single.

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What they’re saying

“After coming from behind to beat the Eagles the week before, the Crusaders left little to chance on Friday as they jumped on them early in a run-rule victory.”

— Jeremy Payne, Author (courierheraldtoday.com)

What’s next

Trinity (3-1) will host Gatewood in its next game on Tuesday at 6 p.m.

The takeaway

Trinity's decisive win over a conference rival demonstrates the team's offensive firepower and ability to bounce back from a close call, setting them up well for the rest of the season.