Softball Preview: Hermitage Panthers vs. Deep Run Wildcats
Hermitage is on a three-game streak of home wins, while Deep Run is on a nine-game streak of away wins (dating back to last season): one of those streaks is about to end. The Hermitage Panthers will take on the Deep Run Wildcats at 6:00 p.m. on Tuesday.
Hermitage lost 10-3 to Freeman on Tuesday. Hermitage has struggled against Freeman recently, as their contest on Tuesday was their fourth consecutive lost matchup.
Meanwhile, Deep Run put the finishing touches on their ninth blowout victory of the season on Friday. They blew past Freeman 14-8.
Braelyn Baulsir was a major factor while hitting and pitching. She looked comfortable on the mound, pitching two innings while giving up no earned runs off three hits. Baulsir has been consistent recently: she hasn't given up more than two walks in four consecutive pitching appearances. Baulsir was also stellar in the batter's box, scoring three runs and stealing two bases while going 4-for-5.
In other batting news, Jessica Kolkhorst was a standout: she went 3-for-5 with a home run, three runs, and three RBI. Another player making a difference was Alana Collier, who scored four runs and stole three bases while getting on base in three of her five plate appearances.
Hermitage's loss dropped their record down to 4-6-2. As for Deep Run, they are on a roll lately: they've won six of their last seven matchups, which provided a nice bump to their 12-3 record this season.
Hermitage suffered a grim 17-1 defeat to Deep Run in their previous meeting back in March. Will Hermitage have more luck at home instead of on the road? Check MaxPreps after the match for a full breakdown of the game, commentary, and other softball content.
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