The Ravenscroft Ravens will look to defend their home field on Friday against the St. Mary's Saints at 4:15 p.m. Having both just faced considerable losses, both teams are looking to turn things around.
Last Tuesday, Ravenscroft fell victim to a tough 15-6 loss at the hands of Cary Academy. Ravenscroft has not had much luck with Cary Academy recently, as the team's come up short the last six times they've met.
Ravenscroft got a big performance out of Cole MacKinnon, who scored a run and stole three bases while getting on base in two of her four plate appearances. Laeken McConahay was another key contributor, going 2-for-4 with three stolen bases, two RBI, and a double.
Meanwhile, St. Mary's suffered a rough 15-8 defeat at the hands of GRACE Christian on Tuesday.
Addie Bowen put in work while hitting and pitching. She looked comfortable on the mound, striking out 11 batters over seven innings while giving up six earned (and nine unearned) runs off ten hits. Bowen has been consistent recently: she hasn't tossed less than six strikeouts in three consecutive pitching appearances. Bowen was also stellar in the batter's box, scoring three runs and stealing three bases while getting on base in all five of her plate appearances.
Bowen wasn't the only one making solid contact as four players wound up with at least one hit. One of them was Molly Lanahan, who went 1-for-4 with an RBI.
Ravenscroft's loss dropped their record down to 2-7. As for St. Mary's, their defeat ended a three-game streak of wins at home and dropped them to 5-5.
Friday's contest might come down to which pitcher can control the ball better. Ravenscroft has hit smart this season, having averaged an OBP of .487. However, it's not like St. Mary's struggles in that department as they've averaged .482. With both teams so capable at the plate, fans should be ready for an impressive hitting performance.
Ravenscroft suffered a grim 19-9 defeat to St. Mary's in their previous matchup on April 9th. Will Ravenscroft 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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