Softball Game Preview: Merritt Island Christian Cougars vs. Miami Christian Victors

The Merritt Island Christian Cougars will take on the Miami Christian Victors at 7:00 p.m. on Wednesday. Merritt Island Christian is strutting in with some hitting muscle as they've averaged 7.3 runs per game this season.

Merritt Island Christian is on a roll after a high-stakes playoff matchup on Thursday. They blew past Morningside Academy 15-3. The Cougars haven't had any issues with the Eagles recently, as the game was their seventh consecutive victory against them.

Grace Ebert

Runs (Career)

05/01/25 vs Morningside Academy	3
04/29/25 vs Master's Academy	2
04/11/25 vs City of Life Christian Academy	2
02/18/25 @ Calvary Chapel Academy	2
03/27/25 vs Heritage	1

Grace Ebert was incredible, getting on base in three of her four plate appearances with three runs, one stolen base, and two RBI. Those three runs gave her a new career-high. Another player making a difference was Keri Shea, who went 1-for-4 with two runs and one stolen base.

Meanwhile, Miami Christian didn't have quite enough to beat Schoolhouse Prep on Wednesday and fell 10-9.

Renata Silvas made the most of her time at bat despite the final result and went a perfect 5-for-5 with two runs and one double. The team also got some help courtesy of Romina Casillas, who went 1-for-4 with three runs and one stolen base.

Miami Christian has been struggling recently as they've lost three of their last four matchups. That's put a noticeable dent in their 13-8 record this season. As for Merritt Island Christian, their win bumped their record up to 8-9.

Wednesday's game will be a test for both teams' pitchers. Merritt Island Christian hasn't had any issues making contact this season, having earned a batting average of .326. However, it's not like Miami Christian struggles in that department as they've averaged .360. With both teams so capable at the plate, fans should be ready for an impressive hitting performance. Check MaxPreps after the match for a full breakdown of the game, commentary, and other softball content.