Softball Recap: Master's Academy Now 8-1 over Last Nine Games

Patriots

Margin (Wins)

02/20/25 vs Boca Raton Christian	16
04/10/25 @ Westwood	15
03/14/25 vs Synergy Magnet K12	15
03/12/25 vs Synergy Magnet K12	15
03/06/25 @ Port St. Lucie	15

Master's Academy was handed a heart-breaking two-run loss in their last contest, but they sure didn't let that happen against Westwood on Thursday. The Patriots were the clear victors by a 19-4 margin over the Panthers. The result was nothing new for the Patriots, who have now won 11 games by ten runs or more so far this season.

Scarlett Grall was a major factor no matter where she played. On the mound, she struck out seven batters over three innings while giving up no earned runs or hits. She has been nothing but reliable: she hasn't given up more than two hits in three consecutive appearances. She was also big at the plate, scoring three runs while going 1-for-3.

In other batting news, the team relied heavily on Alison Viersma, who scored three runs and stole three bases while going 2-for-3. That's the most stolen bases she has posted since back in April of 2024. Another player making a difference was Heidi Kuperus, who scored two runs and stole two bases while getting on base in both of her plate appearances.

Master's Academy always had someone on base and finished the game having posted an OBP of .606. They easily outclassed their opponents in that department as Westwood only posted an OBP of .450.

Master's Academy is on a roll lately: they've won eight of their last nine matches. That's provided a nice bump to their 13-3 record this season. The victories came thanks in part to their hitting performance across that stretch, as they averaged 14.2 runs over those games. As for Westwood, they dropped their record down to 0-11 with the defeat, which was their 14th straight at home dating back to last season.

Looking ahead, Master's Academy will be taking part in a tournament against Southwest Florida Christian at 8:00 p.m. on Friday. As for Westwood, they are taking a road trip to challenge Lincoln Park Academy at 6:00 p.m. on Monday.