Softball Preview: Washington Academy Raiders vs. George Stevens Academy Eagles
The Washington Academy Raiders will head out on the road to challenge the George Stevens Academy Eagles at 4:30 p.m. on Monday. Washington Academy will be coming into the match with an undefeated record on the line.
Washington Academy will bounce into Monday's contest after beating Narraguagus, who they hadn't topped in nine consecutive meetings. Washington Academy sure made it a nail-biter, but they managed to escape with a 4-2 win over Narraguagus on Friday. Washington Academy had a rough season last year, but they look ready to turn that poor record around this year.
Bella Cirone spent all seven innings on the mound, and it's clear why: she surrendered only one earned (and one unearned) run on three hits and racked up 11 Ks. She has been nothing but reliable: she hasn't tossed less than five strikeouts in three consecutive pitching appearances.
On the hitting side, the team relied heavily on Sadie Story, who went 2-for-4 with two runs, a triple, and an RBI.
Meanwhile, George Stevens Academy fell victim to Bucksport and their airtight pitching crew on Friday. They lost 15-0 to the Golden Bucks. George Stevens Academy has now taken an 'L' in back-to-back games.
Washington Academy's victory ended an eight-game drought on the road dating back to last season and puts them at 4-0. As for George Stevens Academy, they now have a losing record at 1-2.
Washington Academy might still be hurting after the 14-4 defeat they got from George Stevens Academy when the teams last played back in May of 2023. Can Washington Academy avenge their loss or is history doomed to repeat itself? We'll find out soon enough.
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