Softball Preview: Oxbridge Academy ThunderWolves vs. American Heritage Patriots
After four games on the road, Oxbridge Academy is heading back home. They will take on the American Heritage Patriots at 4:30 p.m. on Tuesday. Oxbridge Academy is strutting in with some hitting muscle, as they've averaged 12.1 runs per game this season.
Last Friday, Oxbridge Academy came up short against Seminole Ridge and fell 10-6.
Isabella Ruggiero was cooking despite her team's loss, getting on base in three of her four plate appearances with a home run, two runs, and two RBI. Another player making a difference was Ashly Nevarez, who went 1-for-3 with a home run and two RBI.
Meanwhile, American Heritage earned a 7-3 victory over Florida Christian in their second game on Thursday. The win made it back-to-back victories for American Heritage.
Isabella Benton spent all seven innings on the mound, and it's clear why: she surrendered three earned runs on eight hits and racked up ten Ks.
At the plate, the team relied heavily on Emma Griffith, who went 2-for-4 with a home run, a stolen base, and two RBI. Bria Villano was another key contributor, scoring a run and stealing a base while going 3-for-3.
Oxbridge Academy's loss dropped their record down to 14-5. As for American Heritage, they have been performing well recently as they've won three of their last four games, which provided a nice bump to their 11-8 record this season.
Oxbridge Academy came up short against American Heritage in their previous matchup back in April of 2023, falling 6-3. Will Oxbridge Academy 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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