
Saints
03/26/25 vs Arendell Parrott Academy | 14 |
02/28/25 @ Thales Academy Rolesville | 14 |
03/25/25 @ Wayne Christian | 11 |
04/03/25 @ Bethel Christian Academy | 10 |
03/31/25 vs Southside | 8 |
While John Paul II Catholic put up some runs on Thursday, the same can't be said for Bethel Christian Academy. The Saints blew past the Trojans 10-0. The result was nothing new for the Saints, who have now won five games by eight runs or more so far this season.
Logan Smith was a major factor no matter where she played. On the mound, she didn't allow a single earned run and allowed only two hits while striking out eight over six innings pitched. She has been consistent : she hasn't tossed less than five strikeouts in five consecutive appearances. She was also big at the plate, scoring two runs and stealing a base while going 3-for-4.
In other batting news, Bailey Tyndall was incredible, going 2-for-4 with one home run, two runs, and one double. Natalie Velleman was another key player, going 1-for-4 with one home run and two RBI.
John Paul II Catholic kept the outfield on their toes and finished the game with 11 hits. That strong performance was nothing new for the team: they've now got at least nine hits in seven consecutive matches.
John Paul II Catholic has been performing incredibly well recently as they've won five of their last six contests. That's provided a nice bump to their 9-5-1 record this season. The wins came thanks in part to their pitching effort, having only surrendered 4.0 runs on average over those games. As for Bethel Christian Academy, their loss dropped their record down to 6-4.
Looking ahead, John Paul II Catholic will venture away from home to take on New Bern at 6:00 p.m. on Friday. The Bears' pitching crew has only allowed 2.8 runs per game this season, so the Saints' hitters will have their work cut out for them. As for Bethel Christian Academy, they will be playing in front of their home fans against Arendell Parrott Academy at 4:00 p.m. on Monday.
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