Northland Prep Academy scored the most runs they've had all season to find success on Saturday. They were the clear victor by a 22-4 margin over the Highland Prep Honey Badgers. The result was nothing new for Northland Prep Academy, who have now won four contests by seven runs or more so far this season.
Ryliegh LaFave was a major factor no matter where she played. She looked comfortable on the mound, striking out eight batters over five innings while giving up four earned runs off three hits. LaFave has been nothing but reliable: she hasn't tossed less than five strikeouts in three consecutive pitching appearances. LaFave was also stellar in the batter's box, going 2-for-4 with a home run, three runs, and four RBI.
In other batting news, Northland Prep Academy got a massive performance out of Audre Wilson, who fired off two home runs, two stolen bases, and three runs while going 4-for-5. Wren Ohly was another key contributor, scoring four runs and stealing two bases while going 5-for-5.
On Highland Prep's side, Odry Ayon made the most of her time at bat despite the final result and scored a run and stole three bases while going 1-for-1. The team also got some help courtesy of Olivia Covarrubio, who scored a run and stole two bases while going 1-for-2.
Northland Prep Academy's win bumped their record up to 5-7. As for Highland Prep, they are on a five-game losing streak that has dropped them down to 3-8.
Northland Prep Academy didn't take long to hit the field again: they've already played their next match, a 13-2 loss vs. Phoenix Christian on the 20th. As for Highland Prep, they will look to defend their home field on Monday against Glendale Prep Academy at 3:45 p.m. Highland Prep is strutting in with some hitting muscle, as they've averaged 9 runs per game this season.
Article generated by infoSentience based on data entered on MaxPreps
