Preview: Mattamuskeet Lakers vs. Hobgood Charter Raiders
The Mattamuskeet Lakers will be playing in front of their home fans against the Hobgood Charter Raiders at 5:00 p.m. on Friday. Mattamuskeet, yet to win a game, are hoping to taste some of the success that has characterized Hobgood Charter's (thus far) undefeated season.
Last Tuesday, Mattamuskeet fell victim to a tough 15-1 loss at the hands of Pungo Christian Academy.
Meanwhile, Hobgood Charter stacked a third blowout win onto their ever-increasing hoard on Friday. They were the clear victor by an 18-12 margin over North East Carolina Prep. Hobgood Charter's hitters stepped up their game for this one, as that was the most runs they've scored all season.
Emma Rae Cannon was incredible, scoring two runs and stealing three bases while getting on base in three of her six plate appearances. Cannon is crushing it when it comes to stolen bases: she's stolen at least one every time she's taken the field this season. The team also got some help courtesy of Kinsey Peel, who scored three runs and stole two bases while going 2-for-5.
Mattamuskeet's defeat dropped their record down to 0-4. As for Hobgood Charter, their victory bumped their record up to 4-0.
Mattamuskeet came out on top in a nail-biter against Hobgood Charter in their previous meeting back in May of 2023, sneaking past 1-0. Does Mattamuskeet have another victory up their sleeve, or will Hobgood Charter turn the tables on them? We'll have the answer soon enough.
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