St. Andrew's Episcopal extended their losing streak (dating back to last season) to 14 on Friday, dropping their season record down to 0-8 in the process. They lost 23-2 to the Sidwell Friends Quakers. The Lions were given a dose of their own medicine in this game as the Quakers apparently hadn't forgotten their loss the last time these teams played back in April of 2023.
As for Sidwell Friends, their win ended a three-game drought at home and bumped them up to 3-8. That 21 run margin sets a new team best for them this season.
For Sidwell Friends' part, Livi Lesburg made a big impact while hitting and pitching. She looked comfortable on the mound, pitching three innings while giving up just two earned runs off five hits. Lesburg was also big at the plate, getting on base in two of her four plate appearances with two stolen bases, two runs, and one RBI.
In other batting news, Daphne Zwicker was a standout: she went a perfect 3-for-3 with four stolen bases, three runs, and four RBI. That's the most hits she has posted since back in April of 2024. Olivia Bianchi Alves was another key player, getting on base in four of her five plate appearances with five stolen bases, four runs, and two RBI.
Coming up, St. Andrew's Episcopal is taking a road trip to take on Potomac School at 5:00 p.m. on Tuesday. The Lions' pitchers better be ready for this one: the Panthers have averaged an impressive 10.7 runs per game this season. As for Sidwell Friends, they will be playing at home against Jackson-Reed at 4:15 p.m. on Friday.
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