The Rickover Naval Seadragons are on the road again on Monday to play the Steinmetz College Prep Silver Streaks at 4:30 p.m. Rickover Naval is strutting in with some hitting muscle, as they've averaged 11.5 runs per game this season.
In what's become a running theme this season, Rickover Naval gave their fans yet another huge victory on Friday. Their pitcher stepped up to hand Steinmetz College Prep a 12-0 shutout.
Halena Gartner made a big impact no matter where she played. On the mound, she didn't allow a single earned run and only one hit while striking out ten over four innings pitched. Gartner has been nothing but reliable: she hasn't tossed less than five strikeouts in nine consecutive pitching appearances. Gartner was also solid in the batter's box, scoring a run while going 1-for-3.
In other batting news, Rickover Naval let Samantha Booth and Kayla Mateo loose on the outfield. Booth went 2-for-2 with two stolen bases, four RBI, and two runs, while Mateo went 1-for-1 with a home run and five RBI. The team also got some help courtesy of Soleil Gonzales, who scored three runs and stole a base while getting on base in two of her three plate appearances.
Rickover Naval's win bumped their record up to 7-3. As for Steinmetz College Prep, they have not been sharp recently as the team has lost three of their last four contests, which put a noticeable dent in their 1-4-1 record this season.
Monday's game might come down to which pitcher can control the ball better. Rickover Naval has hit smart this season, having averaged an OBP of .435. However, it's not like Steinmetz College Prep struggles in that department as they've averaged .513. With both teams so capable at the plate, fans should be ready for an impressive hitting performance. Check MaxPreps after the action for a full breakdown of the game and more softball content.
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