The Archbishop Hoban Knights will head out on the road to take on the Jackson Polar Bears at 5:00 p.m. on Monday. Archbishop Hoban is strutting in with some hitting muscle, as they've averaged 8.5 runs per game this season.
Archbishop Hoban will head into Friday's contest out to bounce back: they came back down to earth on Friday after soaring to a 12-point matchup in their last game. They fell just short of West Branch by a score of 8-6.
Gracelyn Schultz spent all seven innings on the mound, and it's clear why: she surrendered three earned (and five unearned) runs on nine hits. She has been consistent recently: she hasn't pitched less than five innings in five consecutive pitching appearances.
On the hitting side, Savannah Regan made the most of her time at bat despite the final result and went 2-for-3 with a home run, two runs, and two RBI. The team also got some help courtesy of Taylor Gerring, who scored a run and stole a base while going 3-for-4.
Meanwhile, Jackson suffered a tough 14-6 loss at the hands of Tuslaw on Saturday.
Jackson also got a good showing from Avery Wile, who pitched four innings while giving up just one earned (and one unearned) run off five hits.
At the plate, Gabbi Williamson was cooking despite her team's loss, scoring two runs while going 4-for-5. Morgan Christopher was another key contributor, going 2-for-4 with three RBI.
Archbishop Hoban's record is now 7-6. As for Jackson, their record now sits at 8-7.
Monday's game will be a test for both team's pitchers. Archbishop Hoban hasn't had any issues making contact this season, having earned a batting average of .388. However, it's not like Jackson struggles in that department as they've averaged .375. With both teams so capable at the plate, fans should be ready for an impressive hitting performance.
Archbishop Hoban came out on top in a nail-biter against Jackson in their previous meeting back in March of 2023, sneaking past 4-3. One of the biggest obstacles trying to stand in the way of that victory was Jackson's Julia Gossett, who struck out 13 batters over seven innings while giving up just two earned (and one unearned) runs off seven hits (and only one walk). Now that she won't be playing on Monday, will it be that much easier for Archbishop Hoban to walk away with another win? Check MaxPreps.com after the match to find out.
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