Softball Recap: Crossroads Christian Warriors vs. Bethel Christian Kings
Sadly, Crossroads Christian is still looking for their first win of the season after four games. Their rough 19-8 loss to the Bethel Christian Kings on Tuesday might stick with them for a while. That's two games in a row now that Crossroads Christian has lost by exactly 11 runs.
Crossroads Christian saw eight different players step up and record at least one hit. One of them was Alyssa Mishriki, who scored two runs while going 5-for-4. The team also got some help courtesy of Erika Ortega, who scored a run while going 2-for-3.
On Bethel Christian's side, Kaila Ellison made a splash while hitting and pitching. She looked comfortable on the mound, striking out seven batters over five innings while giving up three earned (and five unearned) runs off four hits (and only one walk). Ellison was also stellar in the batter's box, going 4-for-4 with a home run, three stolen bases, and six RBI.
In other batting news, the team relied heavily on Jaylenne Jauregui, who scored five runs and stole four bases while going 4-for-4. Another player making a difference was Kalia Taylor, who scored two runs and stole four bases while getting on base in three of her four plate appearances.
Crossroads Christian's defeat dropped their record down to 0-4. As for Bethel Christian, their win ended a three-game drought at home and bumped them up to 3-5.
Coincidentally, both teams will both be playing Calvary Baptist the next time they take the field. Bethel Christian will host Calvary Baptist at 3:30 p.m. on Thursday, while Crossroads Christian will host them at 4:00 p.m. on Monday.
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