Softball Preview: LaFayette Bulldogs vs. Horseshoe Bend Generals
LaFayette is 0-10 against Horseshoe Bend since March of 2019 but they'll have a chance to close the gap a little bit on Thursday. The LaFayette Bulldogs will be playing in front of their home fans against the Horseshoe Bend Generals at 4:00 p.m.
Two weeks ago, LaFayette fell victim to a rough 29-5 loss at the hands of Loachapoka. LaFayette has now taken an 'L' in back-to-back games.
Meanwhile, in what's become a running theme this season, Horseshoe Bend gave their fans yet another huge victory on Tuesday. They blew past Dadeville 7-1. The win was nothing new for Horseshoe Bend as they're now sitting on three straight.
Brynlee Alford was a major factor while hitting and pitching. On the mound, she didn't allow a single earned run and only one hit while striking out ten over seven innings pitched. Alford has been consistent recently: she hasn't given up more than two hits in three consecutive pitching appearances. Alford was also solid in the batter's box, scoring a run while going 2-for-4.
In other batting news, the team relied heavily on Reagan Taylor, who scored three runs and stole two bases while going 1-for-3. Jacey Johnson was another key contributor, scoring a run and stealing two bases while going 1-for-2.
LaFayette's defeat dropped their record down to 1-3. As for Horseshoe Bend, their victory bumped their record up to 12-3.
LaFayette might still be hurting after the 16-0 loss they got from Horseshoe Bend in their previous meeting back in April of 2023. Will LaFayette have more luck at home instead of on the road? Check MaxPreps after the action for a full breakdown of the game and more softball content.
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