Softball Recap: Scottsdale Christian Academy Snaps Eight-Game Streak of Losses on the Road

After having lost a blowout in their previous game against Chandler Prep, Scottsdale Christian Academy was happy to have turned things around on Tuesday. Everything went their way against the Tempe Prep Knights as they made off with a 22-0 victory. The Eagles' hitters stepped up their game for this one, as that was the most runs they've scored all season.

Madeleine (Maddie) Ketchum made a big impact no matter where she played. On the mound, she didn't allow a single earned run and allowed only two hits while striking out ten over four innings pitched. She has been nothing but reliable: she hasn't tossed less than six strikeouts in four consecutive appearances. She was also stellar in the batter's box, scoring four runs and stealing two bases while getting on base in three of her four plate appearances.

In other batting news, Campbell Reader was a standout: she went 2-for-4 with one home run, four RBI, and two runs. That home run marked the first that she launched this season. Caitlyn Troxell was another key player, scoring three runs and stealing three bases while getting on base in all three of her plate appearances.

Scottsdale Christian Academy always had someone on base and finished the game having posted an OBP of .714. They easily outclassed their opponents in that department as Tempe Prep only posted an OBP of .294.

Eagles

Previous 5 Games

04/01/25 @ Tempe Prep	22-0
03/26/25 vs Chandler Prep	5-25
03/24/25 @ Phoenix Christian	4-9
03/21/25 vs Trivium Prep	19-4
03/17/25 vs Red Rock	12-9

Scottsdale Christian Academy's win ended an eight-game drought on the road dating back to last season and puts them at 3-3. As for Tempe Prep, they are on a six-game losing streak that has dropped them down to 0-6.

Scottsdale Christian Academy has already played their next match (against Scottsdale Preparatory Academy), but no score has been uploaded at the time of writing. As for Tempe Prep, they will face off against Fountain Hills at 3:00 p.m. on Thursday. The Knights' pitchers better be ready for this one: the Falcons have averaged an impressive 10.8 runs per game this season.