Dawson-Boyd is 0-3 against Minneota since May of 2015 but things could change on Tuesday. The Blackjacks will host the Vikings at 4:30 p.m. Dawson-Boyd has given up an average of 12.3 runs per game this season, but Tuesday's game will give them a chance to turn things around.
Dawson-Boyd is headed into Tuesday's match looking for a big change in momentum after dropping their third straight game on Monday. They came up short against Renville County West, falling 11-1.
Meanwhile, Minneota entered their tilt with Lakeview on Friday with six consecutive wins, and they'll enter their next game with seven. They sure made it a nail-biter, but they managed to escape with a 5-3 victory over the Lakers. For those keeping track at home, that's the closest win the Vikings have posted since April 12th.
Madison Hennen made a big impact while hitting and pitching. She looked comfortable on the mound, striking out eight batters over 3.2 innings while giving up three earned runs off four hits. She 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, getting on base in three of her four plate appearances with two stolen bases and two runs. Those two stolen bases gave her a new career-high.
In other batting news, the team relied heavily on Courtney Antony, who went 2-for-3 with two stolen bases, one triple, and two RBI. Those two stolen bases gave her a new career-high.
Minneota always had someone on base and finished the game having posted an OBP of .515. That was just more of the same: they've now posted an OBP of .500 or higher in four consecutive contests.
Minneota's victory was their 11th straight at home dating back to last season, which pushed their record up to 9-1. Those home wins came thanks in part to their hitting performance across that stretch, as they averaged 10.6 runs over those games. As for Dawson-Boyd, their defeat dropped their record down to 2-7.
Tuesday's game will be a test for both teams' pitchers. Dawson-Boyd hasn't had any issues making contact this season, having earned a batting average of .331. However, it's not like Minneota struggles in that department as they've averaged .322. With both teams so capable at the plate, fans should be ready for an impressive hitting performance.
Dawson-Boyd came up short against Minneota in their previous matchup back in May of 2024, falling 3-0. Will the Blackjacks 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.
