Gilbert Classical Academy is 0-4 against Chandler Prep since March of 2015 but they'll have a chance to close the gap a little bit on Thursday. The Gilbert Classical Academy Spartans will look to defend their home field against the Chandler Prep Titans at 4:00 p.m.
Gilbert Classical Academy fell victim to Glendale Prep Academy and their airtight pitching crew on March 5th. They wound up on the wrong side of a tough 16-0 walloping at the hands of the Griffins. The defeat means Gilbert Classical Academy is still on the hunt for the season's first 'W'.
Meanwhile, Chandler Prep can now show off six landslide victories after their most recent contest on Tuesday. They put the hurt on Sequoia Pathway Academy with a sharp 20-6 victory. The win was just what Chandler Prep needed coming off of an 18-10 loss in their prior matchup.
Lucy Garner looked comfortable as she pitched three innings while giving up no earned run off two hits (she also only allowed one walk). She has been consistent recently: she hasn't given up more than two walks in three consecutive pitching appearances.
On the hitting side, Chandler Prep let Kate Westervelt and Giada Lowman loose on the outfield. Westervelt scored four runs and stole two bases while going 4-for-4, while Lowman went 3-for-4 with two stolen bases, four RBI, and two runs. Emily Ferruzzi was another key contributor, scoring two runs while going 2-for-3.
Gilbert Classical Academy's defeat dropped their record down to 0-3. As for Chandler Prep, their victory ended a three-game drought at home and bumped them up to 6-7.
Gilbert Classical Academy suffered a grim 29-1 defeat to Chandler Prep in their previous matchup back in April of 2019. Will Gilbert Classical Academy have more luck at home instead of on the road? Check back here after the action for a full breakdown and analysis of the contest.
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