Softball Preview: Community Christian Warriors vs. Murray Tigers
After three games on the road, Community Christian is heading back home. They will take on the Murray Tigers at 5:30 p.m. on Tuesday. Given that the two teams suffered a loss in their last game, they both have a little extra motivation heading into this match.
Last Friday, it was a hard-fought contest, but Community Christian had to settle for a 5-4 defeat against Ballard Memorial.
Meanwhile, Murray didn't have quite enough to beat Stewart County on Saturday and fell 4-3. Murray has struggled against Stewart County recently, as their matchup on Saturday was their fifth consecutive lost matchup.
Kylie Chapman put in work while hitting and pitching. On the mound, she struck out seven batters over 6.1 innings while giving up just two earned (and two unearned) runs off eight hits (and only one walk). Chapman has been consistent recently: she hasn't pitched less than five innings in eight consecutive pitching appearances. Chapman was also solid in the batter's box, going 1-for-3 with three RBI and a double.
Community Christian's loss was their fifth straight on the road, which dropped their record down to 2-7. As for Murray, their defeat dropped their record down to 6-11.
Community Christian might still be hurting after the 13-0 loss they got from Murray in their previous matchup back in April of 2023. Will Community Christian have more luck at home instead of on the road? Check back here after the action for a full breakdown and analysis of the contest.
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