Softball Recap: Andrew Jackson Academy Takes a Loss

Andrew Jackson Academy extended their losing streak to nine on Friday, dropping their season record down to 2-11 in the process. They came up short against the Dorchester Academy Raiders, falling 16-3. Unfortunately, that's the second time they've come up short against the Raiders this season, as they also lost their prior matchup 18-3 back in March.

Ryleigh Trivette made the most of her time at bat despite the final result and went 1-for-2 with one stolen base, one run, and one double. Carrigan Moore was another key player, going 1-for-2 with one run and one double.

As for Dorchester Academy, the win made it two in a row for them and bumps their season record up to 13-4. The result was nothing new for the Raiders, who have now won eight games by 11 runs or more so far this season.

On Dorchester Academy's side, Emery McClure made a splash no matter where she played. On the mound, she struck out six batters over five innings while giving up just two earned (and one unearned) runs off six hits. McClure has been nothing but reliable: she hasn't given up more than two walks in three consecutive appearances. She was also big at the plate, going 2-for-4 with two runs, one stolen base, and two RBI.

In other batting news, Brinley Pope was a standout: she got on base in three of her four plate appearances with four RBI, two runs, and one triple. Those four RBI gave her a new career-high. Another player making a difference was Lily Canady, who went a perfect 4-for-4 with two runs, two RBI, and one double.

Looking ahead, Andrew Jackson Academy will head out to face off against Cross at 6:00 p.m. on Monday. The Stingrays will aim to continue their three-game streak of scoring more runs each match than the last. As for Dorchester Academy, they will be playing in front of their home fans against Jefferson Davis Academy at 7:00 p.m. on Monday. Dorchester Academy's pitchers better be ready for this one: Jefferson Davis Academy has averaged an impressive 7.7 runs per game this season.