Leigha Race was dynamite on Saturday, striking out 13 batters over six innings while giving up just two earned (and two unearned) runs off three hits. As if that's not impressive enough, the pitching appearance was her eighth in a row with more than five strikeouts. This year, Race has been strong no matter where she plays. On the mound, she has an ERA of 5.77 over 47.3 innings pitched. Meanwhile, at bat she has slashed 0.421/0.621/0.474 with 28 runs, plus 18 stolen bases.
Race and Morningside Academy will look to defend their home field in Wednesday's first game against Merritt Island Christian at 4:00 p.m. Coming in off a loss to Master's Academy in their last outing, Merritt Island Christian is looking for some redemption. Will Morningside Academy have enough to fend them off? Come back here after the game to get an analysis of the match and other softball content.
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