It can be hard to translate regular season success to the playoffs, but University Christian had no problem doing just that on Tuesday. They blew past the Trinity Christian Academy Conquerors 12-3. University Christian might be getting used to big wins seeing as the team's won 13 matches by eight runs or more this season.
Sophia Kardatzke made a splash no matter where she played. She struck out 15 batters over seven innings while giving up three earned runs off four hits. Kardatzke was also solid in the batter's box, scoring two runs while getting on base in three of her four plate appearances.
In other batting news, Kate Dell'Alba was incredible, firing off two home runs, six RBI, and three runs while going 2-for-4. Kylie Shannon was another key contributor, scoring two runs and stealing a base while going 2-for-4.
On Trinity Christian Academy's side, Hannah Rivers was cooking despite her team's loss, going 3-for-4 with three doubles, two RBI, and a run.
The win was the fifth in a row for University Christian, bringing their record for this year to 17-7. As for Trinity Christian Academy, they have traveled a rocky road recently having lost ten of their last 13 matchups, which put a noticeable dent in their 9-13 record this season.
University Christian will take on Providence School at 7:00 p.m. on Friday. University Christian is strutting in with some hitting muscle as they've averaged 9.4 runs per game this season. Trinity Christian Academy does not have any more games scheduled as of now.
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