Arts Academy at Benjamin Rush's game back in March was a tough loss, but they didn't let that memory haunt them on Tuesday. They blew past the Abraham Lincoln Railsplitters 19-1. Arts Academy at Benjamin Rush's hitters stepped up their game for this one, as that was the most runs they've scored all season.
Alexandra Anderson was a major factor while hitting and pitching. She struck out seven batters over three innings while giving up just one earned run but no hits. Anderson has been consistent recently: she hasn't tossed less than five strikeouts every time she's pitched this season. Anderson was even better at the plate, going 4-for-4 with a home run, five RBI, and two runs.
In other batting news, the team relied heavily on Leah Cavanaugh, who went 3-for-3 with a home run, four RBI, and a triple. Isabelle Clarke was another key contributor, scoring three runs while getting on base in three of her four plate appearances.
The win got Arts Academy at Benjamin Rush back to even at 2-2. As for Abraham Lincoln, their loss dropped their record down to 0-2.
Arts Academy at Benjamin Rush is on the road again on Friday to play MAST Charter II at 3:15 p.m. Arts Academy at Benjamin Rush is strutting in with some hitting muscle, as they've averaged 9 runs per game this season. As for Abraham Lincoln, they will be playing in front of their home fans against Science Leadership Academy at 3:15 p.m. on Thursday. One thing working in Science Leadership Academy's favor is that they have posted big run totals in their last four matchups.
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