Softball Preview: Greenville Comets vs. Okawville Rockets
The Greenville Comets will be playing in front of their home fans against the Okawville Rockets at 4:30 p.m. on Wednesday. Greenville is strutting in with some hitting muscle as they've averaged 6.4 runs per game this season.
On Tuesday, Greenville earned an 8-3 win over Marquette Catholic.
Kaitlyn Lurkins spent all seven innings on the mound, and it's clear why: she surrendered three runs (all of which were unearned) on three hits and racked up 11 Ks. She has been consistent recently: she hasn't given up more than two walks in five consecutive pitching appearances.
At the plate, Ava Potthast was incredible, scoring three runs while going 3-for-3. The team also got some help courtesy of Haylee Clark, who went 1-for-4 with a home run, two runs, and two RBI.
Meanwhile, Okawville came up short against Chester on Wednesday and fell 7-4.
Greenville's victory bumped their record up to 12-15. As for Okawville, their loss was their third straight at home, which dropped their record down to 9-10.
Greenville couldn't quite finish off Okawville in their previous meeting back in May of 2023 and fell 6-4. Will Greenville 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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