Ascension Christian and Assumption are an even 3-3 against one another since April of 2018, but likely not for long. Ascension Christian will welcome Assumption at 4:30 p.m. on Wednesday. The timing isn't great for Ascension Christian: they have been struggling with four straight losses at home, while Assumption has snatched up 11 consecutive wins on the road.
On Tuesday, Ascension Christian made easy work of East Iberville and carried off a 17-1 victory. Considering Ascension Christian has won eight matches by more than nine runs this season, Tuesday's blowout was nothing new.
Hollyn Bowler was a major factor no matter where she played. She struck out six batters over three innings while giving up no earned runs or hits. She has been consistent recently: she hasn't given up more than two hits in three consecutive appearances. She was even better at the plate, going 3-for-4 with six RBI, two stolen bases, and one run. Those six RBI gave her a new career-high.
Grace Aucoin
| 03/25/25 @ East Iberville | 5 |
| 03/19/25 vs Central Private | 1 |
| 03/18/25 @ White Castle | 1 |
| 02/22/25 @ Terrebonne | 1 |
In other batting news, Ascension Christian got a massive performance out of Grace Aucoin, who scored four runs and stole five bases while going 3-for-3. Those five stolen bases gave Aucoin a new career-high. Another player making a difference was Avery Rome, who went 3-for-4 with four RBI, two runs, and one triple.
Ascension Christian was getting hits left and right and finished the game having posted a batting average of .704. They easily outclassed their opponents in that department as East Iberville only posted a batting average of .000.
Meanwhile, Assumption never let their opponents score on Tuesday. They came out on top in a nail-biter against E.D. White, sneaking past 2-0. For those keeping track at home, that's the closest win the Mustangs have posted since March 8th.
Ascension Christian's victory bumped their record up to 9-6-1. As for Assumption, their win bumped their record up to 17-2.
Ascension Christian suffered a grim 10-0 defeat to Assumption when the teams last played back in March of 2024. Will Ascension Christian have more luck at home instead of on the road? Check MaxPreps after the match for a full breakdown of the game, commentary, and other softball content.
