Leading Edge Academy - GEC hasn't had much luck against Chandler Prep recently, but that could start to change on Monday. The Leading Edge Academy - GEC Spartans will head out on the road to face off against the Chandler Prep Titans at 5:15 p.m. Leading Edge Academy - GEC has given up an average of 18.1 runs per game this season, so hopefully the team got some pitching drills in this week.
Leading Edge Academy - GEC came into their game on Saturday off a hard-fought close win, but unfortunately suffered a serious change of fortune. They lost 19-0 to Chandler Prep. The matchup marked the first time this year in which the Spartans were not able to get on the board.
For Chandler Prep's part, Lucy Garner looked comfortable as she didn't allow a single earned run and allowed only one hit over four innings pitched.
At the plate, Chandler Prep let Elise Hirsch and Kate W run wild. Hirsch went 2-for-4 with four RBI, two runs, and one stolen base, while W scored three runs and stole a base while going 2-for-3. That stolen base was Hirsch's first of the season. Giada Lowman was another key player, getting on base in three of her four plate appearances with one home run and two RBI.
Chandler Prep was getting hits left and right and finished the game having posted a batting average of .556. The last time their batting average was this high was back in March of 2024.
Leading Edge Academy - GEC's loss dropped their record down to 3-5. As for Chandler Prep, their record now sits at 4-2.
Monday's contest will be a test for both teams' pitchers. Leading Edge Academy - GEC hasn't had any issues making contact this season, having earned a batting average of .366. However, it's not like Chandler Prep struggles in that department as they've averaged .398. 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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