Executive Education Academy Charter School extended their losing streak (dating back to last season) to five on Wednesday, dropping their season record down to 0-4 in the process. They lost 16-1 to the Palisades Pirates. The result was an unpleasant reminder to the Raptors of the 15-0 defeat they experienced in the pair's previous head-to-head fixture back in May of 2023.
As for Palisades, the win was the fourth in a row for them, bringing their record up to 10-3. They might be getting used to big wins seeing as the team has won nine matches by six runs or more this season.
For Palisades' part, Karlye Teman made a big impact while hitting and pitching. She looked comfortable on the mound, striking out seven batters over three innings while giving up no earned runs off one hit (and not a single walk). Teman has been nothing but reliable: she hasn't tossed less than seven strikeouts any time she's pitched this season. She was also big at the plate, going a perfect 3-for-3 with three RBI, two doubles, and one stolen base. That's the most RBI she has posted since back in March.
In other batting news, Brooklynn Lucas was a standout: she went a perfect 2-for-2 with one home run and three RBI. Another player making a difference was Catie Russo, who went 1-for-2 with two runs, two RBI, and one double.
Both teams are looking forward to the support of their home crowds in their upcoming games. Executive Education Academy Charter School will host Notre Dame-Green Pond at 4:00 p.m. on Friday. The Raptors' pitchers better be ready for this one: the Crusaders have averaged an impressive 10.8 runs per game this season. As for Palisades, they will look to defend their home field on Thursday against Catasauqua at 4:00 p.m.
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