Beaverton is 0-10 against Jesuit since April of 2019 but things could change on Friday. The Beavers will be playing in front of their home fans against the Crusaders at 5:00 p.m. Beaverton has given up an average of 9.2 runs per game this season, but Friday's game will give them a chance to turn things around.
Beaverton might be feeling deja-vu: they lost 15-5 to Aloha, which was the same score (and result) they got the week prior.
Gracie Burnett made the most of her time in the batter's box despite the final result and went 3-for-4 with three doubles, one run, and one RBI. Another player making a difference was Halle LaFontaine, who went 2-for-3 with two runs.
Meanwhile, Jesuit entered their tilt with Southridge on Wednesday with two consecutive wins but they'll enter their next game with three. Their pitchers stepped up to hand the Skyhawks a 21-0 shutout.
Aubrey Rhodes and Makena Boynay made a big impact while hitting and pitching. Throwing, Rhodes tossed two innings while giving up no earned runs off one hit. Meanwhile, Boynay tossed three innings while giving up no earned runs off one hit. Rhodes has been consistent for a while: she hasn't given up more than two walks in 15 consecutive appearances. At bat, Rhodes went 1-for-2 with two runs and one RBI, while Boynay went 1-for-3 with one run, one double, and one RBI.
In other batting news, the team relied heavily on Olivia Hildreth, who fired off two home runs, eight RBI, and three runs while going 4-for-4. Those eight RBI gave her a new career-high. The team also got some help courtesy of Selah Greene, who went 3-for-4 with one home run, three runs, and three RBI.
Beaverton's loss dropped their record down to 9-20. As for Jesuit, their victory bumped their record up to 16-12.
Friday's matchup will be a test for both teams' pitchers. Beaverton hasn't had any issues making contact this season, having earned a batting average of .324. However, it's not like Jesuit struggles in that department as they've averaged .344. With both teams so capable at the plate, fans should be ready for an impressive hitting performance.
Beaverton might still be hurting after the 23-1 defeat they got from Jesuit in their previous matchup two weeks ago. Will the Beavers 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.
