The Canyon Crest Academy Ravens will play host again on Friday to welcome the Scripps Ranch Falcons, where first pitch is scheduled at 4:00 p.m.
While Canyon Crest Academy couldn't quite beat Santa Fe Christian on Wednesday, the two-point margin was a huge improvement compared to the six-point loss they were dealt last Wednesday. Canyon Crest Academy fell just short of Santa Fe Christian by a score of 8-6.
Alexis McNamee made the most of her time at bat despite the final result and went 2-for-4 with a home run and two RBI. Julia Piekarski was another key contributor, scoring a run while going 2-for-2.
Meanwhile, Scripps Ranch came tearing into Wednesday's match with four straight wins (a stretch where they outscored their opponents by an average of 7.3 runs) and they left with even more momentum. They blew past the Sundevils 12-5. Considering Scripps Ranch has won five matchups by more than six runs this season, Wednesday's blowout was nothing new.
Lily Eigen spent all seven innings played on the mound, and it's clear why: she surrendered just two earned (and three unearned) runs on eight hits. She has been consistent recently: she hasn't pitched less than six innings in three consecutive pitching appearances.
At the plate, the team relied heavily on Becca Boskin, who fired off two home runs and four RBI while going 3-for-4. Another player making a difference was Eva Frye, who scored three runs while going 3-for-3.
Canyon Crest Academy dropped their record down to 1-14 with that defeat, which was their eighth straight at home. As for Scripps Ranch, their victory bumped their record up to 8-3.
Canyon Crest Academy came up short against Scripps Ranch in their previous meeting back in April of 2023, falling 7-4. Will Canyon Crest Academy 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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