Strawberry Crest hasn't had much luck against Steinbrenner recently, but that could start to change on Friday. Strawberry Crest will be playing at home against Steinbrenner at 7:00 p.m. Strawberry Crest has given up an average of 7.5 runs per game this season, but Friday's game will give them a chance to turn things around.
Strawberry Crest is headed in fresh off scoring the most runs they have all season. They were the clear victors by a 20-14 margin over Sickles on Tuesday. Considering the Chargers have won three matchups by more than five runs this season, Tuesday's blowout was nothing new.
Katelyn Watts was a major factor while hitting and pitching. She looked comfortable on the mound, striking out six batters over five innings while giving up just two earned runs off three hits (and not a single walk). She has been nothing but reliable: she hasn't given up more than two walks in seven consecutive appearances. She was also solid in the batter's box, scoring two runs and stealing a base while getting on base in three of her four plate appearances. That stolen base was her first of the season.
Kennedy Shea
| 03/25/25 @ Sickles | 4 |
| 02/26/25 vs Alonso | 3 |
| 02/25/25 vs Armwood | 3 |
| 04/29/24 vs Haines City | 3 |
| 04/23/24 @ Lennard | 3 |
In other batting news, Kennedy Shea was a standout: she scored four runs while getting on base in five of her six plate appearances. Those four runs gave her a new career-high. Another player making a difference was Lola Coole, who scored four runs while getting on base in four of her six plate appearances.
Meanwhile, Steinbrenner owes their pitching crew a big pat on the back after their performance on Thursday. They had just enough and edged out Alonso 2-0. The win made it back-to-back victories for the Warriors.
The result came thanks to Lilly Patton's shutout, as she gave up just two hits and racked up 14 Ks.
On the hitting side, Steinbrenner saw five different players step up and record at least one hit. One of them was Emma Kindle, who went 3-for-4 with one double.
Strawberry Crest's victory bumped their record up to 4-6. As for Steinbrenner, their win bumped their record up to 10-4.
Strawberry Crest couldn't quite get it done against Steinbrenner in their previous matchup back in April of 2024 as they fell 5-0. Will Strawberry Crest have more luck at home instead of on the road? Check MaxPreps after the match for a full breakdown of the game, commentary, and other softball content.
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