With a playoff game on the line, Countryside Christian rose to the challenge on Tuesday. They came out on top against the Saint Francis Catholic Wolves by a score of 12-11 (the very same score they lost by in their prior game). That's more bragging rights for Countryside Christian, who also won the pair's last head-to-head.
Riley Keith made a big impact no matter where she played. She looked comfortable on the mound, pitching two innings while giving up no earned runs off two hits. Keith has been nothing but reliable: she hasn't given up more than two walks in three consecutive pitching appearances. Keith was even better at the plate, scoring two runs and stealing two bases while going 2-for-4.
In other batting news, Alison Scarborough was a standout: she scored two runs and stole a base while going 2-for-3. She is on a roll when it comes to stolen bases, as she's now stolen at least one in the last three games she's played. Gabriella Colon was another key contributor, scoring two runs and stealing two bases while going 2-for-3.
Countryside Christian is on a roll lately: they've won three of their last four contests, which provided a nice bump to their 8-4 record this season. As for Saint Francis Catholic, they are on a three-game losing streak that has dropped them down to 7-8.
Countryside Christian will take on Father Lopez at 6:00 p.m. on Thursday. Countryside Christian knows how to get runs on the board -- the squad has finished with flashy run totals in its past three matches -- so hopefully Father Lopez likes a good challenge. Saint Francis Catholic does not have any more games scheduled as of now.
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