The Old Plank Christian Academy Defenders will challenge the Trinity Christian Academy Conquerors at 6:30 p.m. on Thursday. Old Plank Christian Academy has given up an average of 7 runs per game this season, so hopefully the team got some pitching drills in this week.
Old Plank Christian Academy lost 14-5 to Harvest Community on Tuesday.
Sophia Rodriguez was cooking despite her team's loss, scoring a run while going 3-for-3. Another player making a difference was Mia Wilkins, who went 2-for-4 with one stolen base and one RBI.
Meanwhile, Trinity Christian Academy had to endure a four-game losing streak, but that streak is no more. They put the hurt on First Coast Christian with a sharp 18-3 win on Tuesday.
Madelyn Lasater made a big impact while hitting and pitching. She looked comfortable on the mound, tossing three innings while giving up just two earned (and one unearned) runs off three hits. She has been nothing but reliable: she hasn't tossed less than five strikeouts in three consecutive appearances. She was even better at the plate, going a perfect 2-for-2 with four RBI, one stolen base, and one run. Those four RBI gave her a new career-high.
In other batting news, Trinity Christian Academy got a massive performance out of Sawyer Butacan, who scored three runs and stole Two bases. while getting on base in all three of her plate appearances. Those stolen bases marked the first that Butacan snagged this season. Julianna Chavez was another key player, scoring three runs and stealing Two bases. while getting on base in all three of her plate appearances.
Trinity Christian Academy always had someone on base and finished the game having posted an OBP of .700. That's the best OBP they've posted all season.
Old Plank Christian Academy's loss ended a five-game streak of wins at home dating back to last season and dropped them to 1-3. They've dominated over that stretch too, winning by an average of 12.4 runs. As for Trinity Christian Academy, their victory bumped their record up to 2-4.
Thursday's game might come down to which pitcher can control the ball better. Old Plank Christian Academy has hit smart this season, having averaged an OBP of .474. However, it's not like Trinity Christian Academy struggles in that department as they've averaged .445. With both teams so capable at the plate, fans should be ready for an impressive hitting performance.
Old Plank Christian Academy suffered a grim 16-1 defeat to Trinity Christian Academy in their previous meeting back in April of 2024. Will Old Plank Christian Academy have more luck at home instead of on the road? Come back here after the game to get an analysis of the match and other softball content.
