Aquinas Institute won the last time they faced Northstar Christian Academy and things went their way on Monday too. The Little Irish came out on top against the Knights by a score of 5-1. The win made it back-to-back victories for the Little Irish.
Kendall Buttles
| 05/05/25 vs Northstar Christian Academy | 8 |
| 05/01/25 @ Northstar Christian Academy | 15 |
| 04/28/25 vs Eastridge | 12 |
| 04/25/25 vs Palmyra-Macedon | 14 |
| 04/22/25 vs Bishop Kearney | 7 |
| 04/07/25 @ Greece Odyssey | 13 |
Kendall Buttles was a major factor no matter where she played. On the mound, she didn't allow a single earned run and allowed only two hits while striking out eight over seven innings pitched. She has been consistent: she hasn't tossed less than seven strikeouts any time she's pitched this season. She was also solid in the batter's box, getting on base in two of her four plate appearances with two runs and one stolen base.
In other batting news, Riley Madigan was incredible, going a perfect 2-for-2 with two stolen bases, three RBI, and one run. Those stolen bases marked the first that she has snagged this season. Another player making a difference was Delaney Buttles, who earned one run and two stolen bases.
Aquinas Institute's win bumped their record up to 6-3. As for Northstar Christian Academy, they are on a three-game losing streak that has dropped them down to 3-5.
Coming up, Aquinas Institute will look to defend their home field on Wednesday against Wayne at 5:00 p.m. The Little Irish's pitchers better be ready for this one: the Eagles have averaged an impressive 6.9 runs per game this season. As for Northstar Christian Academy, they will face off against Lima Christian at 4:30 p.m. on Tuesday.
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