Bishop's game last Monday was a loss, but they didn't let that memory haunt them on Wednesday. They walked away with an 11-7 win over the Classical Academy Caimans. That's more bragging rights for Bishop's, who also won the pair's last head-to-head.
Sydney Mafong spent all seven innings on the mound, and it's clear why: she surrendered four earned (and three unearned) runs on nine hits. She has been nothing but reliable: she hasn't given up more than two walks in six consecutive pitching appearances.
At the plate, Lucy Wagner and Gabriela Bravo did most of the damage at the plate: Wagner went 3-for-4 with three RBI, a triple, and a stolen base, while Bravo went 3-for-5 with three runs, a triple, and a double. Jayla Stafford was another key contributor, scoring two runs while going 3-for-5.
On Classical Academy's side, Grace Sega made the most of her time at bat despite the final result and went 3-for-4 with a home run, three RBI, and a double.
Even though they lost, Classical Academy hit smart and finished the game with only one strikeout. They easily outclassed their opponents in that department as Bishop's struck out six times.
Bishop's has been performing incredibly well recently as they've won seven of their last eight contests, which provided a massive bump to their 12-6 record this season. As for Classical Academy, their loss ended a three-game streak of wins at home and dropped them to 13-10.
Bishop's will head out on the road to face off against Orange Glen at 3:30 p.m. on Friday. Bishop's is strutting in with some hitting muscle as they've averaged 10.8 runs per game this season. As for Classical Academy, they will look to defend their home field on Friday against Guajome Park Academy at 3:30 p.m. Guajome Park Academy is coming into the match with four straight defeats on the road, meaning Classical Academy will have to defend against a squad hungry for a victory.
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