St. Croix Prep was not able to break out of their rough patch on Wednesday as the team picked up their third straight defeat. They fell just short of the New Life Academy Eagles by a score of 8-7. The result was an unpleasant reminder to St. Croix Prep of the 9-1 loss they experienced in the pair's previous head-to-head fixture back in April.
For New Life Academy's part, Ashlyn Croon was a major factor while hitting and pitching. On the mound, she pitched seven innings while giving up four earned (and three unearned) runs off five hits. Croon has been nothing but reliable: she hasn't given up more than one walk in five consecutive pitching appearances. Croon was also big at the plate, going 2-for-3 with two runs, a triple, and an RBI.
In other batting news, the team relied heavily on Sadie Button, who scored two runs while going 2-for-3. Another player making a difference was Claira Sanders, who scored two runs and stole two bases.
St. Croix Prep's defeat dropped their record down to 4-11. As for New Life Academy, their victory bumped their record up to 8-6.
Both squads will have to hit the road in their upcoming games. St. Croix Prep will square off against Cristo Rey Jesuit at 4:30 p.m. on Friday. As for New Life Academy, they will head out on the road to take on Concordia Academy at 4:30 p.m. on Monday.
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