Ursuline Academy is 0-3 against Pearl River since March of 2019 but things could change on Monday. The Lions will welcome the Rebels at 4:00 p.m. Ursuline Academy has given up an average of 9.2 runs per game this season, but Monday's game will give them a chance to turn things around.
Friday just wasn't the day for Ursuline Academy's offense. They lost 16-0 to Kenner Discovery Health Sciences Academy on Friday. The Lions have now taken an 'L' in back-to-back games.
Meanwhile, Pearl River earned an 11-7 win over Fisher on Thursday. With that victory, the Rebels brought their scoring average up to 6.3 runs per game.
Riley Falcon spent all seven innings on the mound, and it's clear why: she surrendered four earned (and three unearned) runs on nine hits.
On the hitting side, Mylee Elsensohn and Laikyn Jeffries did most of the damage at the plate: Elsensohn went 1-for-4 with two runs, one triple, and one stolen base, while Jeffries scored two runs and stole a base while going 3-for-4. Those three hits gave Jeffries a new career-high. Another player making a difference was Rockie Graves, who scored two runs and stole a base while going 2-for-4.
Ursuline Academy's defeat dropped their record down to 10-10. As for Pearl River, the win got them back to even at 11-11.
Monday's game might come down to which pitcher can control the ball better. Ursuline Academy has hit smart this season, having averaged an OBP of .526. However, it's not like Pearl River struggles in that department as they've averaged .462. With both teams so capable at the plate, fans should be ready for an impressive hitting performance.
Ursuline Academy suffered a grim 16-1 defeat to Pearl River when the teams last played back in February. Will the Lions have more luck at home instead of on the road? Check back here after the action for a full breakdown and analysis of the contest.
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