Softball Game Preview: Hillsboro Eagles vs. Lincoln Tigers

Eagles

Runs

04/24/25 @ Lincoln	21
04/17/25 @ Godley	4
04/12/25 vs Ferris	5
04/08/25 @ Kennedale	12
04/03/25 vs Venus	9
+ 22 more games

For the second straight game, Hillsboro will face off against Lincoln. The Eagles will take on the Tigers on Saturday. Hillsboro is strutting in with some hitting muscle as they've averaged 10.6 runs per game this season.

Hillsboro's pitching crew heads into the contest hoping to repeat the dominance they displayed on Thursday. They were the clear victors by a 21-0 margin over Lincoln. Considering the Eagles have won ten matchups by more than seven runs this season, Thursday's blowout was nothing new.

The team relied heavily on Brynlie Vantreese, who went 2-for-3 with one home run, three stolen bases, and four RBI. Valeria Garcia was another key player, going 1-for-2 with three runs, three RBI, and one triple.

They weren't the only ones making solid contact: Hillsboro kept the outfield on their toes and finished the game with 14 hits. They are a perfect 11-0 when they post 11 or more hits.

Lincoln is on a four-game losing streak that has dropped them down to 12-8-2. As for Hillsboro, they are on a roll lately: they've won three of their last four games. That's provided a nice bump to their 17-10 record this season.

Saturday's contest might come down to which pitcher can control the ball better. Hillsboro has hit smart this season, having averaged an OBP of .514. However, it's not like Lincoln struggles in that department as they've averaged .558. With both teams so capable at the plate, fans should be ready for an impressive hitting performance. Check MaxPreps after the action for a full breakdown of the game and more softball content.