Softball Game Preview: Foxcroft Academy Ponies vs. Washington Academy Raiders

The Foxcroft Academy Ponies will challenge the Washington Academy Raiders at 4:30 p.m. on Friday. Foxcroft Academy has given up an average of 8.6 runs per game this season, but Friday's game will give them a chance to turn things around.

Foxcroft Academy lost 11-1 to Washington Academy on Friday. The Ponies have struggled against the Raiders recently, as the game was their third consecutive lost meeting.

For Washington Academy's part, the team relied heavily on Grace Howard, who went a perfect 3-for-3 with two runs, one stolen base, and one double. That's the most runs Howard has posted since back in April of 2024. Avery Libby was another key player, going 1-for-2 with two runs and one stolen base.

Washington Academy's victory was their fourth straight at home dating back to last season, which pushed their record up to 3-1. The home wins came thanks in part to their pitching effort, having only surrendered 0.8 runs on average this season. As for Foxcroft Academy, their defeat dropped their record down to 3-2.