Cristo Rey Jesuit had lost three straight on the road, but on Tuesday they dropped their record down to 6-4 to make it four. They came up short against Chicago Hope Academy, falling 16-1. If the Cristeros were looking for revenge after losing 13-2 to Chicago Hope Academy when the teams met back in April of 2023, then they'll just have to keep looking.
As for Chicago Hope Academy, the win was the third in a row for them, bringing their record up to 8-7. They might be getting used to big wins seeing as the team has won six matchups by 12 runs or more this season.
For Chicago Hope Academy's part, Andi Medina was a major factor while hitting and pitching. She looked comfortable on the mound, striking out six batters over two innings while giving up no earned runs or hits (and not a single walk). Medina has been consistent recently: she hasn't tossed less than five strikeouts in three consecutive appearances. She was also big at the plate, going a perfect 2-for-2 with one home run and three RBI.
In other batting news, Chicago Hope Academy got a massive performance out of Emma Lopez, who got on base in all four of her plate appearances with one home run, three runs, and four RBI. That's the most RBI Lopez has posted since back in March. Another player making a difference was Lina Wilson, who went a perfect 4-for-4 with two stolen bases, three runs, and three RBI.
Both teams are looking forward to the support of their home crowds in their upcoming games. Cristo Rey Jesuit will welcome Christ the King at 7:00 p.m. on Wednesday. As for Chicago Hope Academy, they will host Chicago Christian at 4:30 p.m. on Wednesday. Chicago Hope Academy are facing the Knights at the right time seeing as the Knights are stuck on a 12-game losing streak.
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