Lake Lure Classical Academy hadn't done well against Long Shoals Wesleyan Academy recently (they were 0-6 in their previous six matchups), but they didn't let the past get in their way on Monday. The Raptors walked away with a 9-4 win over the Crusaders. The Raptors' hitters stepped up their game for this one, as that was the most runs they've scored all season.
Dottie Drummond
| 04/14/25 vs Long Shoals Wesleyan Academy | 3 |
| 03/14/25 @ Asheville T | 1 |
| 04/25/24 vs Christian Family Academy | 2 |
| 04/18/24 vs Community Christian Academy | 5 |
Dottie Drummond made a big impact while hitting and pitching. She struck out nine batters over seven innings while giving up just one earned (and three unearned) runs off five hits. She has been nothing but reliable on the mound: she hasn't tossed less than eight strikeouts in three consecutive appearances. She was also stellar in the batter's box, scoring three runs and stealing two bases while getting on base in all four of her plate appearances. That's the most runs she has posted since back in April of 2024.
In other batting news, Lake Lure Classical Academy let Addison Levi and Rachael Rich run wild. Levi went 1-for-4 with one home run and two RBI, while Rich scored two runs and stole a base while getting on base in three of her four plate appearances.
Lake Lure Classical Academy's first victory this season bumped their record up to 1-5.
Lake Lure Classical Academy has already played their next matchup (against Christian Family Academy), but no score has been uploaded at the time of writing. Long Shoals Wesleyan Academy will be paying especially close attention to the Raptors' contest: after the Raptors faces off against Non Varsity Opponent, they'll take on Long Shoals Wesleyan Academy again at 4:00 p.m. on the 28th.
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