Softball Preview: Ravenscroft Ravens vs. GRACE Christian Eagles
The Ravenscroft Ravens will look to defend their home field on Monday against the GRACE Christian Eagles at 4:15 p.m. The timing isn't great for Ravenscroft: they have been struggling with four straight losses at home, while GRACE Christian has snatched up three consecutive wins on the road.
Ravenscroft lost 24-11 to St. Mary's on Friday.
Macie Mackinnon was cooking despite her team's loss, scoring three runs and stealing three bases while going 3-for-4. She is on a roll when it comes to stolen bases, as she's now stolen three or more in the last three games she's played. The team also got some help courtesy of Anna Sonntag, who scored two runs while getting on base in three of her five plate appearances.
Even though they lost, Ravenscroft was hitting in the alleys and finished the game with three doubles. That's the most doubles they've managed all season.
Meanwhile, GRACE Christian can now show off eight landslide victories after their most recent game on Thursday. They were the clear victor by a 20-4 margin over Neuse Christian Academy.
GRACE Christian let Caroline Gausman and Macey Alicea loose on the outfield. Gausman scored three runs and stole two bases while going 2-for-2, while Alicea scored three runs and stole four bases while going 3-for-4. Another player making a difference was Lily Davis, who went 2-for-4 with a triple, a stolen base, and two RBI.
Ravenscroft's defeat dropped their record down to 2-8. As for GRACE Christian, their win ended a three-game drought at home and bumped them up to 8-5.
Monday's matchup might come down to which pitcher can control the ball better. Ravenscroft has hit smart this season, having averaged an OBP of .475. However, it's not like GRACE Christian struggles in that department as they've averaged .549. With both teams so capable at the plate, fans should be ready for an impressive hitting performance. Check MaxPreps after the action for a full breakdown of the game and more softball content.
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