Gilbert Christian hasn't had much luck against Northwest Christian recently, but that could start to change on Monday. Gilbert Christian will square off against Northwest Christian at 3:45 p.m. Gilbert Christian has given up an average of 16.9 runs per game this season, but Monday's game will give them a chance to turn things around.
Gilbert Christian is headed into Monday's game looking for a big change in momentum after dropping their fifth straight game on Wednesday. They took a 20-15 hit to the loss column at the hands of Benjamin Franklin. Surprisingly, this marked the fourth straight game that the away team has come away the victor.
Claire DuCkworth made the most of her time at bat despite the final result and scored three runs and stole two bases while getting on base in four of her five plate appearances. She also hit a double, marking her first of the season. Kylee Olinger was another key player, scoring two runs and stealing two bases while going 1-for-4.
Meanwhile, Northwest Christian lost 14-4 to Sabino on Friday.
Mia Angus was cooking despite her team's loss, going 1-for-2 with one home run. The team also got some help courtesy of Mia Ortiz, who scored a run while going 1-for-2.
Northwest Christian's defeat dropped their record down to 6-3. As for Gilbert Christian, their loss dropped their record down to 1-7.
The pitchers for both teams better look sharp on Monday as neither team is afraid to steal. Gilbert Christian has been swiping bases left and right this season, having averaged 3.6 stolen bases per game. However, it's not like Northwest Christian struggles in that department as they've been averaging an even more impressive 5.1 stolen bases. The only question left is which team can snag more.
Gilbert Christian suffered a grim 18-3 defeat to Northwest Christian in their previous matchup back in March of 2024. Can Gilbert Christian avenge their defeat or is history doomed to repeat itself? We'll find out soon enough.
Article generated by infoSentience based on data entered on MaxPreps
