It may have taken eight innings to finish the job, but Providence Hall ultimately got the result they hoped for on Thursday. They came out on top in a nail-biter against the Juan Diego Catholic Soaring Eagle, sneaking past 18-17. For those keeping track at home, that's the closest victory the Patriots have posted since April 24, 2024.

Alysa Marcek
03/20/25 vs Juan Diego Catholic | 2 |
04/16/24 vs Judge Memorial Catholic | 1 |
03/15/24 vs Lone Peak | 1 |
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Providence Hall got a massive performance out of Alysa Marcek, who fired off two home runs and five RBI while going 4-for-5. Those two home runs gave Marcek a new career-high. Another player making a difference was Baylie Julian, who went 2-for-5 with one home run, five RBI, and two runs.
Providence Hall was getting hits left and right and finished the game having posted a batting average of .488. They are a perfect 3-0 when they post a batting average of .375 or better.
Providence Hall now has a winning record of 5-4. As for Juan Diego Catholic, their loss dropped their record down to an identical 5-4.
Looking ahead, Providence Hall will take on Summit Academy at 3:30 p.m. on March 27th. As for Juan Diego Catholic, they will be playing at home against Judge Memorial Catholic at 3:30 p.m. on Tuesday. Juan Diego Catholic has given up an average of 7.6 runs per game this season, so hopefully the team got some pitching drills in this week.
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