Oak Hill Academy will face off against Kirk Academy at 6:30 p.m. on Friday. Oak Hill Academy is coming into the contest hot, having won their last four games.
Oak Hill Academy took a ten-run defeat the last time they faced off against Calhoun Academy, but this time they managed to keep it close and that made all the difference. The Raiders had just enough and edged out the Cougars 4-3. For those keeping track at home, that's the closest victory the Raiders have posted since September 4, 2024.
Kaelyn Pennington made a big impact while hitting and pitching. On the mound, she didn't allow a single earned run over seven innings pitched. She has been consistent recently: she hasn't given up more than one earned run in four consecutive appearances. She was also big at the plate, going a perfect 2-for-2 with one home run and two runs. Those runs were her first of the season.
In other batting news, Mollie Caroline Brand was excellent, going 1-for-2 with one home run. That home run was her first of the season.
Oak Hill Academy lost a few balls and finished the game with two home runs. That's the most home runs they've posted since back in September of 2024.
Meanwhile, Kirk Academy unfortunately couldn't capitalize on their home-field advantage in their season opener. They lost 11-4 to Oak Hill Academy last Monday.
Oak Hill Academy's win bumped their record up to 4-1. As for Kirk Academy, their loss dropped their record down to 0-1.
Oak Hill Academy took their victory against Kirk Academy in their previous matchup last Monday by a conclusive 11-4 score. Will Oak Hill Academy repeat their success, or does Kirk Academy has a new game plan this time around? We'll find out soon enough.
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