Softball Recap: Imagine Prep Superstition Panthers vs. Mission Heights Prep Phantoms
Sadly, Imagine Prep Superstition is still looking for their first win of the season after six contests. They suffered a tough 19-5 defeat at the hands of the Mission Heights Prep Phantoms on Thursday. The result was an unpleasant reminder to Imagine Prep Superstition of the 18-3 loss they experienced in the pair's previous head-to-head fixture last Friday.
For Mission Heights Prep's part, Ella Gibbs made a splash while hitting and pitching. She struck out six batters over 2.2 innings while giving up no earned runs or hits (and not a single walk). Gibbs has been nothing but reliable on the mound: she hasn't tossed less than five strikeouts in three consecutive pitching appearances. Gibbs was also stellar in the batter's box, going 1-for-2 with three RBI, two runs, and a triple.
In other batting news, Mission Heights Prep got a massive performance out of Leah Leyva, who scored three runs and stole two bases while going 2-for-2. Madison Reimer was another key contributor, scoring two runs and stealing a base while getting on base in all three of her plate appearances.
Imagine Prep Superstition's defeat dropped their record down to 0-6. As for Mission Heights Prep, the victory (which was their third in a row) raised their record to 4-2.
Imagine Prep Superstition will head out on the road to challenge Imagine Prep at 3:30 p.m. on Tuesday. As for Mission Heights Prep, they have the luxury of staying home for another game and will welcome Heritage Academy at 4:00 p.m. on Monday.
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