The Steinmetz College Prep Silver Streaks will look to defend their home field on Monday against the Rickover Naval Seadragons at 4:30 p.m. Steinmetz College Prep is strutting in with some hitting muscle, as they've averaged 9.7 runs per game this season.
Steinmetz College Prep's hitters might be in the hot seat on Monday considering what happened against Rickover Naval on Friday. Their tough 12-0 loss to the Seadragons might stick with them for a while. Steinmetz College Prep has now taken an 'L' in back-to-back games.
For Rickover Naval's part, Halena Gartner made a big impact while hitting and pitching. On the mound, she didn't allow a single earned run and only one hit while striking out ten over four innings pitched. Gartner has been consistent recently: she hasn't tossed less than five strikeouts in nine consecutive pitching appearances. Gartner was also solid in the batter's box, scoring a run while going 1-for-3.
In other batting news, Rickover Naval let Samantha Booth and Kayla Mateo loose on the outfield. Booth went 2-for-2 with two stolen bases, four RBI, and two runs, while Mateo went 1-for-1 with a home run and five RBI. Another player making a difference was Soleil Gonzales, who scored three runs and stole a base while getting on base in two of her three plate appearances.
Steinmetz College Prep's defeat dropped their record down to 1-4-1. As for Rickover Naval, their victory bumped their record up to 7-3.
Monday's matchup might come down to which pitcher can control the ball better. Steinmetz College Prep has hit smart this season, having averaged an OBP of .513. However, it's not like Rickover Naval struggles in that department as they've averaged .435. With both teams so capable at the plate, fans should be ready for an impressive hitting performance. Check MaxPreps after the match for a full breakdown of the game, commentary, and other softball content.
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