Softball Preview: Carrollwood Day Patriots vs. Sarasota Christian Blazers
After two games on the road, Carrollwood Day is heading back home. They will take on the Sarasota Christian Blazers at 4:30 p.m. on Monday. Carrollwood Day is strutting in with some hitting muscle, as they've averaged 10.9 runs per game this season.
Carrollwood Day's hitters might be in the hot seat on Monday considering what happened against Cypress Creek on Thursday. They wound up on the wrong side of a tough 10-0 walloping at the hands of the Coyotes. The game marked the first time this season in which Carrollwood Day was not able to get on the board.
Meanwhile, Sarasota Christian made easy work of Family Christian Academy on Tuesday and carried off a 30-6 victory. That 24 run margin sets a new team best for Sarasota Christian this season.
Selah Spenn was a standout: she went 4-for-4 with five stolen bases, three runs, and four RBI. She has been hot recently, having posted two or more stolen bases the last six times she's played. Another player making a difference was Sierra Godwin, who scored four runs and stole four bases while going 3-for-3.
Carrollwood Day dropped their record down to 7-4 with that loss, which was their third straight on the road. As for Sarasota Christian, their win ended a seven-game drought on the road dating back to last season and puts them at 5-9.
Monday's match might come down to which pitcher can control the ball better. Carrollwood Day has hit smart this season, having averaged an OBP of .455. However, it's not like Sarasota Christian struggles in that department as they've averaged .500. With both teams so capable at the plate, fans should be ready for an impressive hitting performance. Check back here after the action for a full breakdown and analysis of the contest.
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