The Valley Christian Academy Lions will head out on the road to face off against the Hawthorne Math & Science Academy The Aviators at 3:15 p.m. on Thursday. Both squads will be entering this one on the heels of a big victory.
Valley Christian Academy will bounce into Thursday's contest after beating Coast Union, who they hadn't topped in nine consecutive meetings. Valley Christian Academy was the clear victor by an 11-1 margin over Coast Union on Thursday. Winning may never get old, but Valley Christian Academy sure is getting used to it with their third in a row.
Katelyn Mikkelson was incredible, scoring two runs and stealing 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.
Meanwhile, Hawthorne Math & Science Academy made easy work of Environmental Charter on Wednesday and carried off a 15-7 victory. The win made it back-to-back victories for Hawthorne Math & Science Academy.
Karol Acosta made a big impact while hitting and pitching. She looked comfortable on the mound, striking 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 stellar in the batter's box, 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.
Valley Christian Academy's record is now 4-7. As for Hawthorne Math & Science Academy, their record is now 11-2.
Thursday's match might come down to which pitcher can control the ball better. Valley Christian Academy has hit smart this season, having averaged an OBP of .490. However, it's not like Hawthorne Math & Science Academy struggles in that department as they've averaged .597. 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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