Catalina extended their losing streak to four on Thursday, dropping them down to 1-12. They came up short against the Pusch Ridge Christian Academy Lions, falling 16-0. The result was an unpleasant reminder to the Trojans of the 18-1 loss they experienced in the pair's previous head-to-head fixture back in April of 2025.
As for Pusch Ridge Christian Academy, the victory made it two in a row for them and bumps their season record up to 9-14-1. Considering they have won eight matchups by more than six runs this season, Thursday's blowout was nothing new.
For Pusch Ridge Christian Academy's part, Hadley English and Maddy Hoel were major factors while hitting and pitching. Throwing, English struck out six batters over three innings while giving up no earned runs or hits (and not a single walk). Meanwhile, Hoel pitched one inning while giving up no earned runs or hits. English has been nothing but reliable on the mound: she hasn't given up more than one walk in five consecutive appearances. At the plate, English got on base in two of her three plate appearances with three runs and one stolen base, while Hoel went 1-for-2 with one triple, two RBI, and one run. That stolen base was English's first of the season.
In other batting news, Reagan Sepp was incredible, going a perfect 2-for-2 with three RBI, one stolen base, and one run. Those two hits gave her a new career-high. Another player making a difference was Milan Daniels, who went 1-for-3 with two runs, one stolen base, and two RBI.
Looking ahead, Catalina will be playing at home against Safford at 6:00 p.m. on Tuesday. As for Pusch Ridge Christian Academy, they will head out on the road to face off against Thatcher at 3:45 p.m. on Tuesday. The Lions' pitchers better be ready for this one: the Eagles have averaged an impressive 8.8 runs per game this season.
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