The Bishop Watterson Eagles are taking a road trip to challenge the Jonathan Alder Pioneers at 5:00 p.m. on Monday. Bishop Watterson has given up an average of 8.8 runs per game this season, but Monday's game will give them a chance to turn things around.
Thomas Worthington hit Bishop Watterson with a seven-run fourth inning on Friday, which goes a long way in explaining the final result. The Eagles lost 13-3 to the CARDINALS.
Abby Emswiler was cooking despite her team's loss, going 2-for-3 with two doubles, one stolen base, and one run. Another player making a difference was Alexa Ray, who went 1-for-2 with one stolen base and one run.
Meanwhile, Jonathan Alder never let their opponents score on Thursday. They didn't even let Independence on the board, marking the Pioneers' second-straight 13-0 shutout. The Pioneers might be getting used to big wins seeing as the team has won 11 games by seven runs or more this season.
Macy Pruitt looked comfortable as she struck out eight batters over three innings while giving up no earned runs or hits (and not a single walk). She has been consistent: she hasn't given up more than one walk in six consecutive appearances.
At the plate, Raegan Tremayne and Katelyn Rihl did most of the damage at the plate: Tremayne went a perfect 2-for-2 with two runs and one stolen base, while Rihl went 1-for-2 with three RBI, one run, and one double. Tremayne has been hot recently, having posted at least one stolen base the last three times she's played. Lauren Ruetsch was another key player, going 1-for-2 with two RBI, one run, and one double.
Jonathan Alder has been performing well recently as they've won seven of their last nine matchups. That's provided a nice bump to their 15-11 record this season. The victories came thanks in part to their hitting performance across that stretch, as they averaged 8.9 runs over those games. As for Bishop Watterson, they have been struggling recently as they've lost six of their last seven contests. That's put a noticeable dent in their 7-16 record this season.
Monday's game will be a test for both teams' pitchers. Bishop Watterson hasn't had any issues making contact this season, having earned a batting average of .343. However, it's not like Jonathan Alder struggles in that department as they've averaged .375. With both teams so capable at the plate, fans should be ready for an impressive hitting performance.
Bishop Watterson might still be hurting after the 17-7 defeat they got from Jonathan Alder in their previous meeting back in March of 2023. Can the Eagles avenge their loss or is history doomed to repeat itself? We'll find out soon enough.
