Western Reserve Academy is 0-3 against Crestwood since May of 2019 but things could change on Saturday. The Pioneers will be playing in front of their home fans against the Red Devils at 1:00 p.m. Given that the two teams suffered a loss in their last games, they both have a little extra motivation heading into this matchup.
Western Reserve Academy is headed into Saturday's game looking for a big change in momentum after dropping their fourth straight game dating back to last season on Wednesday. They lost 14-6 to Lake Catholic.
Emma Arter spent all seven innings on the mound, and it's clear why: she surrendered four earned (and ten unearned) runs on 12 hits and racked up 11 Ks.
At the plate, Arya Shirsat was cooking despite her team's loss, going 3-for-4 with one triple, one stolen base, and two RBI. Another player making a difference was Lydia Lockwood, who went 2-for-3 with two runs and one stolen base.
Meanwhile, Crestwood scored the most runs they've had this season on Wednesday, but it wasn't enough. They fell just short of Cardinal by a score of 21-20. The Red Devils' loss continues a trend for the squad, making it five in a row.
Bella Stier made the most of her time at bat despite the final result and went 5-for-6 with three stolen bases, five RBI, and three runs. Kayleigh Helm was another key player, getting on base in five of her six plate appearances with one home run, three runs, and two RBI.
Crestwood's defeat dropped their record down to 1-13. As for Western Reserve Academy, their loss dropped their record down to 0-3.
Western Reserve Academy suffered a grim 17-6 defeat to Crestwood when the teams last played back in May of 2023. Can the Pioneers avenge their defeat or is history doomed to repeat itself? We'll find out soon enough.
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