Phoenix Christian waltzed into their contest on Tuesday with four straight wins... but they left with five. They came within a single run of losing the streak, but they secured a 10-9 W against the Fountain Hills Falcons.
Karly Van Metre made a big impact no matter where she played. She struck out 11 batters over seven innings while giving up six earned (and three unearned) runs off 12 hits. She has been nothing but reliable on the mound: she hasn't tossed less than seven strikeouts in five consecutive appearances. She was also big at the plate, scoring three runs and stealing a base while going 3-for-5. That's the most hits she has posted since back in April of 2024.
In other batting news, Phoenix Christian let Hannah Fisher and Brianna Guerrero run wild. Fisher scored a run and stole four bases while getting on base in four of her five plate appearances, while Guerrero got on base in four of her five plate appearances with one home run and two runs. Fisher is on a roll when it comes to stolen bases, as she's now snagged two or more in each of the last five games she's played. Another player making a difference was Madison Shores, who scored three runs while going 3-for-5.
Phoenix Christian always had someone on base and finished the game having posted an OBP of .537. That was just more of the same: they've now posted an OBP of .537 or higher in four consecutive matches.
Cougars
| 04/01/25 vs Fountain Hills | 10-9 |
| 03/28/25 vs Tonopah Valley | 15-5 |
| 03/24/25 vs Scottsdale Christian Academy | 9-4 |
| 03/10/25 vs Red Rock | 25-3 |
| 03/06/25 vs Arizona Lutheran Academy | 9-6 |
| + 11 more games |
Phoenix Christian pushed their record up to 11-1 with the win, which was their 16th straight at home dating back to last season. As for Fountain Hills, they now have a losing record of 2-3.
Looking ahead, a feisty cat fight will be fought as Phoenix Christian Cougars take on St. John Paul II Catholic Lions at 3:45 p.m. on Thursday. As for Fountain Hills, they will challenge Tempe Prep at 3:00 p.m. on Thursday. The Falcons are facing the Knights at the right time seeing as the Knights are stuck on a six-game losing streak.
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