Ascend Leadership hasn't had much luck against Clover Garden School recently, but that could start to change on Tuesday. Ascend Leadership will be playing in front of their home fans against Clover Garden School at 3:00 p.m. Ascend Leadership has given up an average of 18 runs per game this season, but Tuesday's game will give them a chance to turn things around.
Ascend Leadership is headed into Tuesday's contest looking for a big change in momentum after dropping their 17th straight game dating back to last season on Tuesday. They lost 15-0 to Riverside Christian Academy. That's two games in a row now that the Aviators have lost by exactly 15 runs.
Meanwhile, Clover Garden School waltzed into their match on Friday with two straight wins... but they left with three. They never let the Jaguars get on the board and left with a 7-0 win. The Grizzlies might be getting used to big wins seeing as the team has won five games by seven runs or more this season.
Cadence Collins made a splash no matter where she played. She tossed one inning while giving up no earned runs or hits. She has been nothing but reliable on the mound: she hasn't given up more than two hits in three consecutive appearances. She was even better at the plate, going 2-for-4 with one home run and two runs.
In other batting news, the team relied heavily on Sydnee Summers, who scored two runs while going 3-for-3. That's the most hits she has posted since back in March of 2024. Chloe Welch was another key player, scoring two runs while going 2-for-4.
Clover Garden School kept the outfield on their toes and finished the game with 12 hits. That strong performance was nothing new for the team: they've now got at least 12 hits in three consecutive contests.
Clover Garden School's victory bumped their record up to 5-2. As for Ascend Leadership, their defeat dropped their record down to 0-5.
Ascend Leadership suffered a grim 15-0 defeat to Clover Garden School in their previous matchup two weeks ago. Will Ascend Leadership have more luck at home instead of on the road? Check MaxPreps after the match for a full breakdown of the game, commentary, and other softball content.
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