The Harvest Christian Academy Lions will square off against the Aurora Christian Eagles at 4:30 p.m. on Tuesday. Harvest Christian Academy has given up an average of 11.9 runs per game this season, but Tuesday's game will give them a chance to turn things around.
Harvest Christian Academy will roll into the game after a wild two-game stretch: they only put up two runs on Friday, then bounced right back against Wheeling on Saturday. The Lions walked away with a 15-12 victory over the Wildcats.
Makayla Richards was a standout: she went 3-for-4 with one home run, three runs, and one stolen base. That's the most hits she has posted since back in March. Haley Miller was another key player, getting on base in four of her five plate appearances with three stolen bases, three runs, and one double.
They weren't the only ones making solid contact: Harvest Christian Academy kept the outfield on their toes and finished the game with 14 hits. They are a perfect 5-0 when they post 11 or more hits.
Marian Central Catholic hit Aurora Christian with a five-run sixth inning on Monday, which goes a long way in explaining the final result. The Eagles came up short against the Hurricanes, falling 11-1.
Aurora Christian saw three different players step up and record at least one hit. One of them was Jada Vizcaya, who went 1-for-3 with one run and one double.
Aurora Christian's loss dropped their record down to 4-11. As for Harvest Christian Academy, their win bumped their record up to 8-10.
Tuesday's matchup might come down to which pitcher can control the ball better. Harvest Christian Academy has hit smart this season, having averaged an OBP of .540. However, it's not like Aurora Christian struggles in that department as they've averaged .452. With both teams so capable at the plate, fans should be ready for an impressive hitting performance.
Harvest Christian Academy couldn't quite finish off Aurora Christian when the teams last played on Tuesday and fell 6-4. Will the Lions have more luck at home instead of on the road? Check MaxPreps after the action for a full breakdown of the game and more softball content.
