Softball | 4/23/2026 7:56:00 AM

Powerful Pitching Performance From Catalano Carries Master's Academy Eagles Past Pine Ridge

April 22, 2026 vs. Pine Ridge

Catalano struck out 11 batters as the starting pitcher led Master's Academy Eagles past Pine Ridge 13-1 on Wednesday. Catalano gave up six hits and one run over five innings while walking none.

Master's Academy Eagles scored seven runs in the fourth inning on the way to victory. an error scored one run, Burkhead doubled, scoring two runs, Williams doubled, scoring one run, Catalano doubled, scoring one run, and Peri homered to center field, scoring two runs.

Pine Ridge opened the scoring in the first after one run scored on another play.

Master's Academy Eagles took the lead in the bottom of the first inning after Ball tripled down the right field line, Burkhead singled to center field, Catalano grounded out, and Master's Academy Eagles scored on a wild pitch, each scoring one run.

Master's Academy Eagles extended their early lead with two runs in the bottom of the second thanks to RBI errors by Ball and Burkhead.

Lowery took the loss for Pine Ridge. The starting pitcher went four innings, allowing 13 runs (10 earned) on 10 hits, striking out seven and walking two.

Master's Academy Eagles collected 10 hits in the game. Burkhead provided pop in the middle of the lineup, and led Master's Academy Eagles with three runs batted in. The 3-hole hitter went 2-for-3 on the day. McMeel led Master's Academy Eagles with three hits in three at bats from the leadoff position. Burkhead and Martin each stole multiple bases for Master's Academy Eagles. Master's Academy Eagles ran wild on the base paths, collecting five stolen bases for the game.

Sierra and Lowery were a force together in the lineup, as they each collected two hits for Pine Ridge.