Softball Preview: Pinecrest Academy Cadence Cougars vs. Legacy Longhorns
Pinecrest Academy Cadence has been on the road for two straight, but on Wednesday they'll finally head home. They will take on the Legacy Longhorns at 3:30 p.m. on Wednesday. Keep an eye on the score for this one: the two teams posted some lofty run totals in their previous games.
On Monday, Pinecrest Academy Cadence was able to grind out a solid victory over Desert Pines, taking the game 18-13. The win was just what Pinecrest Academy Cadence needed coming off of a 15-0 defeat in their prior contest.
Pinecrest Academy Cadence got a massive performance out of Patricia Monacelli, who got on base in three of her five plate appearances with a home run, three RBI, and two runs. The team also got some help courtesy of Elise Kemble, who scored three runs and stole a base while getting on base in three of her five plate appearances.
Meanwhile, Legacy put the finishing touches on their eighth blowout victory of the season on Friday. They blew past Desert Pines 13-4. The victory made it back-to-back wins for Legacy.
Nadia Armstrong spent all nine innings on the mound, and it's clear why: she surrendered three earned (and one unearned) runs on three hits and racked up 12 Ks. Those 12 strikeouts set a new season-high mark for her.
At the plate, the team relied heavily on Madison Castellon, who went 4-for-5 with a home run, three stolen bases, and three runs. Anai Ware was another key contributor, going 3-for-4 with three runs, two doubles, and a triple.
Pinecrest Academy Cadence's victory bumped their record up to 4-10. As for Legacy, their win ended a seven-game drought on the road dating back to last season and puts them at 9-10.
Wednesday's game will be a test for both team's pitchers. Pinecrest Academy Cadence hasn't had any issues making contact this season, having earned a batting average of .341. However, it's not like Legacy struggles in that department as they've averaged .343. With both teams so capable at the plate, fans should be ready for an impressive hitting performance.
Pinecrest Academy Cadence suffered a grim 18-5 defeat to Legacy in their previous matchup back in March. Will Pinecrest Academy Cadence have more luck at home instead of on the road? Check back here after the action for a full breakdown and analysis of the contest.
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