On Saturday, April 12, Liberty Christian Academy standouts, including Ben Blair, competed in an NCAA Division I baseball game for Liberty Flames

On Saturday, April 12, Liberty Christian Academy standouts, including Ben Blair, competed in an NCAA Division I baseball game for Liberty Flames — Braden Weaver and Ben Blair

Apr 13, 2025

ByNorth Richmond Today

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On Saturday, April 12, three former Liberty Christian Academy standouts, including Ben Blair, Braden Weaver and John Simmons’ current college team, the Liberty Flames, lost 4-2 in their NCAA Division I baseball game against the Western Kentucky Hilltoppers.

The game took place at Worthington Field at Liberty Baseball Stadium. This was their second matchup against the Hilltoppers this season.

The Flames’ next game is scheduled for Sunday, April 13 at 1 p.m. at Worthington Field at Liberty Baseball Stadium against Western Kentucky Hilltoppers.

Ben Blair

Right handed pitcher

Sophomore

6′3″ 200

Braden Weaver

Outfielder

Freshman

5′10″ 190

John Simmons

Infielder

Junior

6′0″ 205

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