Softball Preview: Cornerstone Christian Crusaders vs. Bethel Christian Kings
After two games on the road, Cornerstone Christian is heading back home. They will take on the Bethel Christian Kings at 3:15 p.m. on Wednesday. Cornerstone Christian is strutting in with some hitting muscle, as they've averaged 15.4 runs per game this season.
On Monday, Cornerstone Christian fell victim to a tough 18-4 loss at the hands of San Jacinto Valley Academy. Cornerstone Christian has struggled against San Jacinto Valley Academy recently, as their game on Monday was their third consecutive lost matchup.
Peyton Malatka was cooking despite her team's loss, going 2-for-3 with a home run, a stolen base, and two RBI. She has been hot recently, having posted at least one home run the last three times she's played.
Meanwhile, in what's become a running theme this season, Bethel Christian gave their fans yet another huge win on Thursday. They blew past Calvary Baptist 20-5. The victory made it back-to-back wins for Bethel Christian.
The team relied heavily on Hailey Havlicheck, who scored two runs and stole a base while going 2-for-3.
Cornerstone Christian's defeat dropped their record down to 8-6. As for Bethel Christian, their victory bumped their record up to 4-5.
Wednesday's match might come down to which pitcher can control the ball better. Cornerstone Christian has hit smart this season, having averaged an OBP of .618. However, it's not like Bethel Christian struggles in that department as they've averaged .566. With both teams so capable at the plate, fans should be ready for an impressive hitting performance.
Everything went Cornerstone Christian's way against Bethel Christian when the teams last played back in March as Cornerstone Christian made off with a 21-10 win. Does Cornerstone Christian have another victory up their sleeve, or will Bethel Christian turn the tables on them? We'll have the answer soon enough.
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