Pioneer Charter School of Science couldn't capitalize on their home-field advantage in their season opener. They suffered a rough 13-1 defeat at the hands of the Salem Academy Charter Navigator on Monday. The result was an unpleasant reminder to Pioneer Charter School of Science of the 9-2 loss they experienced in the pair's previous head-to-head fixture back in May of 2023.
For Salem Academy Charter's part, Kaedynce Kauth made a big impact no matter where she played. She looked comfortable on the mound, not allowing a single hit, only one earned run while striking out 13 over five innings pitched. Kauth has been consistent recently: she hasn't pitched less than five innings every time she's pitched this season. Kauth was also big at the plate, scoring two runs while going 1-for-3.
In other batting news, Salem Academy Charter got a massive performance out of Dihanna Vicioso, who went 2-for-3 with two triples, a run, and an RBI. Shaylee Paige was another key contributor, going 2-for-4 with two runs, a triple, and two RBI.
Salem Academy Charter's win ended a six-game drought on the road dating back to last season and puts them at 4-3.
Pioneer Charter School of Science will be playing in front of their home fans against Tech Boston Academy/Academy of Public Service at 3:30 p.m. on Tuesday. As for Salem Academy Charter, they will head out on the road to challenge Community Charter School of Cambridge at 3:30 p.m. on Tuesday. Salem Academy Charter is strutting in with some hitting muscle, as they've averaged 9.7 runs per game this season.
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