The Mater Academy Bay Rays are on the road again on Thursday to play the Immaculata-La Salle Royal Lions at 6:30 p.m. Mater Academy Bay is strutting in with some hitting muscle, as they've averaged 9 runs per game this season.
Last Friday, it was a hard-fought game, but Mater Academy Bay had to settle for a 7-6 defeat against Gulliver Prep.
Katlynn F. was cooking despite her team's loss, scoring two runs and stealing three bases while getting on base in two of her three plate appearances. The team also got some help courtesy of Khloe C., who scored a run while going 1-for-2.
Meanwhile, Immaculata-La Salle scored the most runs they've had all season to find success on Tuesday. Everything went their way against Sports Leadership & Management as Immaculata-La Salle made off with a 31-6 win. Immaculata-La Salle might be getting used to big wins seeing as the team's won six matchups by 11 runs or more this season.
Melissa Carrasco made a big impact while hitting and pitching. She tossed an inning while giving up no earned runs or hits. Carrasco was even better at the plate, scoring three runs and stealing two bases while going 3-for-3.
In other batting news, Immaculata-La Salle got a massive performance out of Daysi Gonzalez, who went 4-for-4 with three stolen bases, three runs, and four RBI. Ashley Fonseca was another key contributor, scoring five runs and stealing three bases while getting on base in all five of her plate appearances.
Mater Academy Bay has been struggling recently as they've lost four of their last five contests, which put a noticeable dent in their 10-9 record this season. As for Immaculata-La Salle, they now have a winning record of 8-7.
Thursday's match might come down to which pitcher can control the ball better. Mater Academy Bay has hit smart this season, having averaged an OBP of .540. However, it's not like Immaculata-La Salle struggles in that department as they've averaged .551. With both teams so capable at the plate, fans should be ready for an impressive hitting performance. Check MaxPreps after the match for a full breakdown of the game, commentary, and other softball content.
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