Cardinal Gibbons is 9-1 against Sanderson since March of 2018, and they'll have a chance to extend that success on Thursday. The Cardinal Gibbons Crusaders will look to defend their home field against the Sanderson Spartans at 6:00 p.m.
Cardinal Gibbons had to endure a five-game losing streak dating back to last season, but that streak is no more. They walked away with a 6-2 win over Sanderson on Monday. Cardinal Gibbons' hitters stepped up their game for this one, as that was the most runs they've scored all season.
Layce Chappell spent all seven innings on the mound, and it's clear why: she surrendered two earned runs on eight hits and racked up 13 Ks. She has been nothing but reliable: she hasn't tossed less than six strikeouts in three consecutive pitching appearances.
At the plate, Mallory Kelly and Bridget Mazzo did most of the damage at the plate: Kelly scored three runs and stole a base while going 4-for-4, while Mazzo scored a run while going 3-for-4.
Cardinal Gibbons made their fans wait, but they earned their first win of the season to make their record 1-3. As for Sanderson, their loss was their third straight at home, which dropped their record down to 1-3-1.
The batters for both teams will have to hit smart on Thursday as both teams have some strikeout artists on the roster. Cardinal Gibbons has been retiring batters left and right this season, having averaged 8.8 strikeouts per game. However, it's not like Sanderson struggles in that department as they've been averaging 13.2 strikeouts per game. Considering how easily both teams rack up Ks, the hitters on both teams better bring their A-game into this one. Check MaxPreps after the action for a full breakdown of the game and more baseball content.
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