Eagles
| 03/09/26 @ Maine East | 21 |
| 05/08/26 vs Steinmetz College Prep | 16 |
| 03/18/26 @ Auburn | 14 |
| 04/30/26 @ Northside | 13 |
| 04/17/26 @ Downers Grove North | 13 |
Taft's game on Wednesday was a loss, but they didn't let that memory haunt them on Friday. Everything went their way against the Steinmetz College Prep Streaks as they made off with an 18-2 win. The result was nothing new for the Eagles, who have now won 12 matchups by seven runs or more so far this season.
Michaela Power was a major factor while hitting and pitching. She looked comfortable on the mound, striking out six batters over two innings while giving up no earned runs or hits (and not a single walk). She has been consistent recently: she hasn't given up more than one walk in three consecutive appearances. She was also stellar in the batter's box, going a perfect 2-for-2 with three runs, two RBI, and one double. That's the most runs she has posted since back in April of 2025.
In other batting news, Haley Eccarius was incredible, going a perfect 3-for-3 with one home run, four RBI, and two runs. That's the most hits she has posted since back in March. Another player making a difference was Victoria Perez, who went 1-for-2 with three RBI, two runs, and one stolen base.
Taft always had someone on base and finished the game having posted an OBP of .679. They easily outclassed their opponents in that department as Steinmetz College Prep only posted an OBP of .500.
Taft's victory was their fifth straight at home, which pushed their record up to 18-5. The home wins came thanks in part to their pitching effort, having only surrendered 2.8 runs on average over those games. As for Steinmetz College Prep, with the defeat, they broke their seven-game winning streak and moved their record to 15-5.
Taft didn't take long to hit the field again: they've already played their next contest, a 12-0 victory against Jones on the 9th. As for Steinmetz College Prep, they will look to defend their home field on the 18th against Northtown at 4:30 p.m.
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