The Andrews Osborne Academy Phoenix will head out to challenge the Hawken Hawks at 4:30 p.m. on Thursday. Andrews Osborne Academy has given up an average of 12.9 runs per game this season, but Thursday's game will give them a chance to turn things around.
Andrews Osborne Academy took a eight-run loss the last time they faced off against Rhodes, but this time they managed to keep it close and that made all the difference. The Phoenix had just enough and edged out the Rams 12-11 on Monday. For those keeping track at home, that's the closest victory the Phoenix have posted since May 13, 2024.
Alle Royer was a standout: she went 2-for-4 with two stolen bases, three runs, and two RBI. Marley Novak also deserves some recognition as she hit her first triple of the season.
Andrews Osborne Academy was getting hits left and right and finished the game having posted a batting average of .419. That was just more of the same: they've now posted a batting average of .318 or higher in six consecutive contests.
Meanwhile, Hawken lost 25-15 to Beachwood on Wednesday. While the Hawks didn't get the win, they did start the game off strong, beating the Bison 8-4 in the first period.
Ally Whiting was cooking despite her team's loss, getting on base in all five of her plate appearances with four runs, two stolen bases, and one double. Another player making a difference was Ari Ruch, who went 1-for-4 with two runs, one stolen base, and two RBI.
Andrews Osborne Academy has been performing well recently as they've won three of their last four matches. That's provided a nice bump to their 3-4 record this season. Those wins came thanks in part to their hitting performance across that stretch, as they averaged 12.0 runs over those games. As for Hawken, they dropped their record down to 4-4 with the defeat, which was their fifth straight on the road dating back to last season.
The pitchers for both teams better look sharp on Thursday as neither team is afraid to steal. Andrews Osborne Academy has been swiping bases left and right this season, having averaged 4.7 stolen bases per game. However, it's not like Hawken struggles in that department as they've been averaging 2.8 stolen bases. The only question left is which team can snag more.
Andrews Osborne Academy might still be hurting after the 20-10 loss they got from Hawken in their previous meeting back in May of 2024. Can the Phoenix avenge their defeat or is history doomed to repeat itself? We'll find out soon enough.
