American Leadership Academy is preparing for their first region matchup of the season on Tuesday. They will head out on the road to take on the Summit Academy Bears at 3:30 p.m. American Leadership Academy has given up an average of 18 runs per game this season, but Tuesday's game will give them a chance to turn things around.
American Leadership Academy is headed in fresh off scoring the most runs they have all season. They were the clear victors by a 44-27 margin over Ben Lomond on Monday. The Eagles haven't had any issues with the Scots recently, as the game was their eighth consecutive win against them.
Meanwhile, Summit Academy was not able to break out of their rough patch on Friday as the team picked up their 18th straight defeat dating back to last season. They came up short against Provo, falling 17-2. That's two games in a row now that the Bears have lost by exactly 15 runs.
Jerilyn Blackham made the most of her time at bat despite the final result and scored a run and stole three bases.
Summit Academy's loss dropped their record down to 0-3. As for American Leadership Academy, their victory bumped their record up to 3-5.
Tuesday's game might come down to which pitcher can control the ball better. American Leadership Academy has hit smart this season, having averaged an OBP of .460. However, it's not like Summit Academy struggles in that department as they've averaged .468. With both teams so capable at the plate, fans should be ready for an impressive hitting performance.
American Leadership Academy took their win against Summit Academy in their previous matchup back in April of 2024 by a conclusive 26-11. Does American Leadership Academy have another victory up their sleeve, or will Summit Academy turn the tables on them? We'll have the answer soon enough.
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