Crusaders
| 04/14/25 vs Martin Luther | 16 |
| 04/14/25 vs Martin Luther | 15 |
| 04/29/25 vs Catholic Central | 12 |
| 04/24/25 @ Racine Saint Catherine?s/Racine Lutheran | 10 |
| 04/24/25 @ St. Catherine's | 10 |
Racine Lutheran lost to Catholic Central back in April of 2024, but they didn't allow them the same satisfaction on Tuesday. The Crusaders blew past the Hilltoppers 14-2. Considering the Crusaders have won eight matches by more than five runs this season, Tuesday's blowout was nothing new.
Iyana Garza made a big impact no matter where she played. On the mound, she struck out eight batters over six innings while giving up just one earned (and one unearned) run off five hits (and only one walk). She has been consistent: she hasn't tossed less than five strikeouts in eight consecutive appearances. She was also solid in the batter's box, getting on base in two of her four plate appearances with two runs and one stolen base.
In other batting news, Alexis Kiedrowski was incredible, going a perfect 4-for-4 with one home run, five RBI, and two runs. That's the most runs she has posted over her last eight contests. Emilie Lozano Weaver was another key player, going 3-for-4 with four runs, two RBI, and one double.
Racine Lutheran always had someone on base and finished the game having posted an OBP of .556. They easily outclassed their opponents in that department as Catholic Central only posted an OBP of .269.
Racine Lutheran's victory bumped their record up to 10-2. As for Catholic Central, their loss dropped their record down to 3-5.
Both teams are looking forward to the support of their home crowds in their upcoming games. Racine Lutheran will host Lake Country Lutheran at 4:30 p.m. on Thursday. As for Catholic Central, they will take on Luther Prep at 4:30 p.m. on Thursday. The Hilltoppers' pitchers better be ready for this one: the Phoenix have averaged an impressive 8.4 runs per game this season.
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