Softball Recap: Gilbert Classical Academy Spartans vs. Chandler Prep Titans
Sadly, Gilbert Classical Academy is still looking for their first win of the season after four matchups. They suffered a rough 25-3 defeat at the hands of the Chandler Prep Titans on Thursday. One positive for Gilbert Classical Academy, at least, is that this was the most points they've scored all season.
Gilbert Classical Academy saw four different players step up and record at least one hit. One of them was Kirsten Stuart, who scored a run and stole a base while going 1-for-1.
On Chandler Prep's side, Lucy Garner was a major factor no matter where she played. She tossed three innings while giving up no earned runs off three hits (she also didn't allow any walks). Garner has been consistent recently: she hasn't given up more than two walks in three consecutive pitching appearances. Garner was also big at the plate, going 3-for-5 with three RBI, a triple, and a run.
In other batting news, Chandler Prep let Kate Westervelt and Mikayla Brackman loose on the outfield. Westervelt went 4-for-5 with five RBI, three runs, and a double, while Brackman scored four runs and stole a base while going 2-for-3. Another player making a difference was Kylie Drost, who scored four runs and stole a base while going 1-for-3.
Gilbert Classical Academy's loss dropped their record down to 0-4. As for Chandler Prep, the win got them back to even at 7-7.
Gilbert Classical Academy will head out on the road to face off against San Carlos at 3:45 p.m. on Friday. Gilbert Classical Academy is facing San Carlos at the right time seeing as San Carlos is stuck on a nine-game losing streak. As for Chandler Prep, they will head out on the road to square off against Valley Christian at 6:00 p.m. on Monday. Both teams will come into the contest having just posted big wins, so someone is set to suffer a big change in fortunes.
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