Somerset Academy South Homestead is 0-4 against Marathon since March of 2019 but things could change on Tuesday. The Hurricanes will host the Dolphins at 4:00 p.m. Somerset Academy South Homestead is strutting in with some hitting muscle as they've averaged 14.4 runs per game this season.
Somerset Academy South Homestead was handed a heart-breaking two-run loss in their last matchup, but they sure didn't let that happen against Varela on Thursday. The Hurricanes were the clear victors by a 23-4 margin over the Vipers. The victory was some much needed relief for the Hurricanes as it spelled an end to their three-game losing streak.
Shaylin Preston
| 04/17/25 @ Varela | 4 |
| 04/03/25 @ Hialeah Educational Academy | 3 |
| 04/15/25 @ Coral Shores | 2 |
| 03/18/25 vs Carrollton School of the Sacred Heart | 2 |
| 03/13/25 vs Coral Shores | 2 |
Somerset Academy South Homestead got a massive performance out of Shaylin Preston, who got on base in all four of her plate appearances with four stolen bases, four runs, and one RBI. Those four runs gave Preston a new career-high. The team also got some help courtesy of Brianna Vasallo, who went a perfect 3-for-3 with four stolen bases, four runs, and two RBI.
Somerset Academy South Homestead was getting hits left and right and finished the game having posted a batting average of .667. They are 7-2 when they post a batting average of .375 or better.
Meanwhile, after a string of three wins, Marathon's good fortune finally ran out on Monday. They came up short against Miami Country Day, falling 15-5.
Sara Robinson made the most of her time at bat despite the final result and went a perfect 2-for-2 with one home run, three RBI, and one double. Another player making a difference was Elena Eubank, who went 1-for-3 with one home run.
Somerset Academy South Homestead's win bumped their record up to 8-5. As for Marathon, their defeat dropped their record down to an identical 8-5.
Tuesday's contest will be a test for both teams' pitchers. Somerset Academy South Homestead hasn't had any issues making contact this season, having earned a batting average of .431. However, it's not like Marathon struggles in that department as they've averaged .412. With both teams so capable at the plate, fans should be ready for an impressive hitting performance.
Somerset Academy South Homestead suffered a grim 27-14 defeat to Marathon in their previous matchup back in February. Will the Hurricanes have more luck at home instead of on the road? Check back here after the action for a full breakdown and analysis of the contest.
