Softball Preview: Hawthorne Math & Science Academy The Aviators vs. Valley Christian Academy Lions
The Hawthorne Math & Science Academy The Aviators will be playing in front of their home fans against the Valley Christian Academy Lions at 3:15 p.m. on Thursday. Both squads will be entering this one on the heels of a big victory.
Last Wednesday, Hawthorne Math & Science Academy made easy work of Environmental Charter and carried off a 15-7 victory. The win made it back-to-back victories for Hawthorne Math & Science Academy.
Karol Acosta was a major factor while hitting and pitching. On the mound, she struck out ten batters over seven innings while giving up just one earned (and six unearned) runs off six hits (and only one walk). Acosta has been nothing but reliable: she hasn't tossed less than five strikeouts in four consecutive pitching appearances. Acosta was also big at the plate, scoring three runs and stealing a base while going 4-for-5.
In other batting news, the team relied heavily on Jenny Hess, who scored five runs and stole two bases while going 3-for-5. Itzel Gonzalez was another key contributor, going 3-for-5 with four RBI and a stolen base.
Meanwhile, Valley Christian Academy waltzed into their game on Thursday with two straight wins... but they left with three. They put the hurt on the Broncos with a sharp 11-1 win. That's two games straight that Valley Christian Academy has won by exactly ten runs.
The team relied heavily on Katelyn Mikkelson, who scored two runs and stole two bases while going 2-for-3. The team also got some help courtesy of Sammie Gurerro, who scored a run and stole a base while getting on base in all four of her plate appearances.
Hawthorne Math & Science Academy's victory bumped their record up to 11-2. As for Valley Christian Academy, their win bumped their record up to 4-7.
Thursday's matchup might come down to which pitcher can control the ball better. Hawthorne Math & Science Academy has hit smart this season, having averaged an OBP of .597. However, it's not like Valley Christian Academy struggles in that department as they've averaged .490. With both teams so capable at the plate, fans should be ready for an impressive hitting performance. Check MaxPreps after the action for a full breakdown of the game and more softball content.
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