Softball Preview: Maranatha Christian Academy Mustangs vs. New Life Academy Eagles
The Maranatha Christian Academy Mustangs will head out on the road to square off against the New Life Academy Eagles at 4:30 p.m. on Wednesday. Maranatha Christian Academy's pitching crew has only allowed three runs per game this season, so New Life Academy's hitters will have their work cut out for them.
On Tuesday, Maranatha Christian Academy beat Howard Lake-Waverly-Winsted 7-4.
New Life Academy lost 9-1 to Mayer Lutheran on Saturday.
Ashlyn Croon was huge while hitting and pitching even without the win. On the mound, she tossed six innings while giving up just two earned (and seven unearned) runs off nine hits. Croon has been nothing but reliable: she hasn't pitched less than five innings every time she's pitched this season. Croon was also big at the plate, going 1-for-3 with a double and an RBI.
Maranatha Christian Academy's victory bumped their record up to 6-2. As for New Life Academy, their loss dropped their record down to 7-4.
Maranatha Christian Academy took their win against New Life Academy in their previous matchup back in April by a conclusive 8-0. The rematch might be a little tougher for Maranatha Christian Academy since the team won't have the home-field advantage this time around. We'll see if the change in venue makes a difference.
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