Softball Recap: Merritt Island Christian Cougars vs. Legacy Charter Eagles
Merritt Island Christian can now show off nine landslide victories after their most recent game on Monday. They put the hurt on the Legacy Charter Eagles with a sharp 18-3 win. The high-scoring effort was just what Merritt Island Christian needed considering they were shutout in their previous match.
Shae Janke and Beckah Olson made a big impact no matter where they played. Throwing, Janke tossed an inning while giving up no earned runs or hits. Meanwhile, Olson tossed three innings while giving up no earned runs off three hits. At the plate, Janke went 1-for-3 with a triple, two RBI, and a run, while Olson scored two runs and stole two bases while getting on base in two of her three plate appearances.
In other batting news, the team relied heavily on Parker Morrison, who got on base in all four of her plate appearances with four runs, two stolen bases, and four RBI. Another player making a difference was Sophia Kachouroff, who scored three runs while going 1-for-2.
On Legacy Charter's side, Mallory Daniels was cooking despite her team's loss, scoring two runs and stealing a base while going 2-for-2. Stefanie Donahey was another key contributor, going 1-for-3 with a triple and a run.
Merritt Island Christian's victory bumped their record up to 11-5. As for Legacy Charter, they are on a three-game losing streak that has dropped them down to 5-9.
Merritt Island Christian does not have any more games scheduled as of now. As for Legacy Charter, they will be playing in front of their home fans against Evans at 6:00 p.m. on Tuesday. Legacy Charter is strutting in with some hitting muscle, as they've averaged 6.8 runs per game this season.
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