Indianapolis Shortridge hasn't had much luck against Bethesda Christian recently, but that could start to change on Tuesday. The Blue Devils will venture away from home to square off against the Patriots at 5:30 p.m. Indianapolis Shortridge has given up an average of 20.2 runs per game this season, but Tuesday's game will give them a chance to turn things around.
Indianapolis Shortridge is headed into Tuesday's matchup looking for a big change in momentum after dropping their sixth straight game on Thursday. They lost 19-9 to Liberty Christian.
Indianapolis Shortridge got a massive performance out of Jaeda Scott, who went 2-for-4 with three stolen bases, two runs, and two RBI. Scott also hit a double, marking her first of the season. Izzi Sellers was another key player, going 2-for-4 with two stolen bases, three runs, and one RBI.
Meanwhile, Bethesda Christian waltzed into their contest on Monday with three straight wins... but they left with four. Everything went their way against the Achaeans as they made off with a 17-2 victory. The game marked the Patriots' most dominant win of the season.
Annah Heath spent all six innings played on the mound, and it's clear why: she surrendered only one earned run on two hits. She has been consistent recently: she hasn't given up more than one earned run in four consecutive appearances.
On the hitting side, Eliza Gibbs and Avery Gibbs did most of the damage at the plate: Eliza went 1-for-3 with four stolen bases, three runs, and one triple, while Avery went 2-for-4 with three stolen bases, four RBI, and two runs. Those four RBI gave Avery a new career-high. The team also got some help courtesy of Maylin Heathco, who went a perfect 2-for-2 with two stolen bases, two runs, and one double.
Bethesda Christian kept the outfield on their toes and finished the game with 13 hits. They easily outclassed their opponents in that department as Herron only managed two hits.
Indianapolis Shortridge's defeat dropped their record down to 2-6. As for Bethesda Christian, their victory bumped their record up to 8-5.
Bethesda Christian's pitching crew has a crucial task ahead of them: Indianapolis Shortridge has hit smart this season, having averaged an OBP of .488. It's a different story for Bethesda Christian, though, as they've only averaged .325. Will they be able to contain Indianapolis Shortridge's hitters? Check MaxPreps after the match for a full breakdown of the game, commentary, and other softball content.
