The Academy at the Lakes Wildcats will take on the Zephyrhills Christian Academy Warriors at 5:00 p.m. on Tuesday. Academy at the Lakes has given up an average of 10.1 runs per game this season, but Tuesday's game will give them a chance to turn things around.
Academy at the Lakes is headed into Tuesday's matchup looking for a big change in momentum after dropping their third straight game on Tuesday. They came up short against Land O' Lakes, falling 14-8.
Kiana Wright was cooking despite her team's loss, going 2-for-4 with two runs, one stolen base, and one double. Another player making a difference was Gabby Little, who went a perfect 3-for-3 with one run.
Meanwhile, it's playoff time, and Zephyrhills Christian Academy had no trouble coming through when it counted. They blew past Hernando Christian Academy 17-1 on Monday. The Warriors' hitters stepped up their game for this one, as that was the most runs they've scored all season.
Aubri Falls was a major factor no matter where she played. She struck out eight batters over three innings while giving up no earned runs or hits. She has been nothing but reliable on the mound: she hasn't tossed less than five strikeouts any time she's pitched this season. She was also stellar in the batter's box, going a perfect 2-for-2 with five RBI.
In other batting news, Katelynn Blethen was incredible, going a perfect 4-for-4 with one home run, four runs, and two stolen bases. She is on a roll when it comes to stolen bases, as she's now snagged at least one in each of the last three games she's played. Erin Fennell was another key player, going 1-for-2 with two runs, two RBI, and one double.
Zephyrhills Christian Academy always had someone on base and finished the game having posted an OBP of .821. That's the best OBP they've posted all season.
Academy at the Lakes' loss dropped their record down to 6-9. As for Zephyrhills Christian Academy, with the win, they broke their three-game losing streak and moved their record to 4-11.
Zephyrhills Christian Academy's pitching crew has a crucial task ahead of them: Academy at the Lakes hasn't had any issues making contact this season, having earned a batting average of .325. It's a different story for Zephyrhills Christian Academy, though, as they've only averaged .257. Will they be able to contain Academy at the Lakes' hitters? Come back here after the game to get an analysis of the match and other softball content.
