The Wesleyan Christian Academy Trojans will head out on the road to challenge the Page Pirates at 6:00 p.m. on Monday. Wesleyan Christian Academy is strutting in with some hitting muscle as they've averaged 7.9 runs per game this season.
Having struggled with three losses in a row, Wesleyan Christian Academy finally turned things around against Southeast Alamance on Thursday. Wesleyan Christian Academy blew past Southeast Alamance 21-2. The high-scoring effort was just what Wesleyan Christian Academy needed considering they were shutout in their previous contest.
Maris Morgan made a splash no matter where she played. She tossed two innings while giving up no earned runs or hits. Morgan has been nothing but reliable on the mound: she hasn't given up more than two walks in eight consecutive pitching appearances. Morgan was even better at the plate, scoring four runs while getting on base in four of her five plate appearances.
In other batting news, the team relied heavily on Kayla Raimondi, who went 4-for-4 with five RBI, three runs, and a double. Logan Jordan was another key contributor, scoring three runs and stealing a base while getting on base in four of her five plate appearances.
Meanwhile, Friday just wasn't the day for Page's offense. They lost 17-0 to Southeast Guilford on Friday. Having soared to a lofty 11 runs in the game before, Page's shutout was a dramatic turnaround.
The win got Wesleyan Christian Academy back to even at 7-7-1. As for Page, they have traveled a rocky road recently having lost three of their last four matches, which put a noticeable dent in their 5-11 record this season.
Monday's matchup will be a test for both team's pitchers. Wesleyan Christian Academy hasn't had any issues making contact this season, having earned a batting average of .321. However, it's not like Page struggles in that department as they've averaged .344. With both teams so capable at the plate, fans should be ready for an impressive hitting performance.
Wesleyan Christian Academy took their victory against Page in their previous meeting back in March by a conclusive 16-1. The rematch might be a little tougher for Wesleyan Christian Academy since the squad won't have the home-field advantage this time around. We'll see if the change in venue makes a difference.
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