The Merritt Island Christian Cougars are taking a road trip to square off against the Satellite Scorpions at 7:15 p.m. on Tuesday. Merritt Island Christian has given up an average of 11.4 runs per game this season, but Tuesday's game will give them a chance to turn things around.
Merritt Island Christian will roll into the contest after a wild two-game stretch: they didn't score any runs on Tuesday, then bounced right back against Heritage on Thursday. Merritt Island Christian walked away with a 22-17 victory over Heritage. The Cougars' hitters stepped up their game for this one, as that was the most runs they've scored all season.
Parker Morrison was incredible, scoring four runs and stealing a base while going 3-for-5. That's the most hits she has posted since back in April of 2024. The team also got some help courtesy of Keri Shea, who scored three runs and stole a base while getting on base in three of her six plate appearances.
Merritt Island Christian always had someone on base and finished the game having posted an OBP of .592. They are a perfect 3-0 when they post an OBP of .513 or better.
Meanwhile, Satellite was not able to break out of their rough patch on Saturday as the team picked up their fourth straight loss. They lost 8-1 to Pembroke Pines Charter.
Merritt Island Christian's record now sits at 4-5. As for Satellite, their defeat dropped their record down to 10-6.
Tuesday's matchup will be a test for both teams' pitchers. Merritt Island Christian hasn't had any issues making contact this season, having earned a batting average of .326. However, it's not like Satellite struggles in that department as they've averaged .397. With both teams so capable at the plate, fans should be ready for an impressive hitting performance.
Merritt Island Christian might still be hurting after the 20-10 loss they got from Satellite in their previous meeting back in April of 2021. Can Merritt Island Christian avenge their defeat or is history doomed to repeat itself? We'll find out soon enough.
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