
Cavaliers
04/09/25 @ Cresskill | 14 |
04/30/25 vs Academy of the Holy A | 12 |
04/21/25 vs Midland Park | 10 |
04/23/25 vs Pompton Lakes | 8 |
04/17/25 vs River Dell | 7 |
Emerson had already won three in a row (a stretch where they outscored their opponents by an average of 7.3 runs) and they went ahead and made it four on Wednesday. They were the clear victors by a 13-1 margin over the Academy of the Holy A Angels. The result was nothing new for the Cavaliers, who have now won six matches by six runs or more so far this season.
Sophia Centeno made a splash no matter where she played. She looked comfortable on the mound, tossing three innings while giving up no earned runs off four hits. She has been consistent recently: she hasn't given up more than two walks in three consecutive appearances. She was also big at the plate, going 2-for-3 with four RBI and two doubles. Those two doubles gave her a new career-high.
In other batting news, Jillian Kleinman was excellent, going a perfect 1-for-1 with two runs, one double, and one RBI. Another player making a difference was Gabby Micucci, who went a perfect 2-for-2 with two runs and one double.
Emerson hit smart and finished the game with only two strikeouts. The team has now struck out at least five batters in six consecutive games.
Emerson pushed their record up to 9-4 with the victory, which was their fourth straight at home. Those home wins came thanks in part to their pitching effort, having only surrendered 1.8 runs on average over those games. As for Academy of the Holy A, they have traveled a rocky road recently, having lost three of their last four contests. That's put a noticeable dent in their 4-8 record this season.
Emerson will venture away from home to challenge Lodi at 4:00 p.m. on Thursday. As for Academy of the Holy A, they will challenge NV - Demarest at 7:00 p.m. on May 9.
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