The Windham RVT Mighty Tigers will face off against the Harvard Ellis Tech Eagles at 3:45 p.m. on Monday. Windham RVT is strutting in with some hitting muscle as they've averaged 10.5 runs per game this season.
Windham RVT will bounce into Monday's game after beating Bolton, who they had gone 0-6 against in their six prior meetings. The Mighty Tigers skirted past the Bulldogs 9-7.
The team relied heavily on Genna Sargent, who went 3-for-4 with three runs and one double. Another player making a difference was Madisen Yanez, who went 1-for-4 with one home run.
Windham RVT was getting hits left and right and finished the game having posted a batting average of .414. They easily outclassed their opponents in that department as Bolton only posted a batting average of .231.
Meanwhile, Harvard Ellis Tech got the win against New London on Tuesday by a conclusive 20-9. The result was nothing new for the Eagles, who have now won three matches by 11 runs or more so far this season.
Rose Lopez made a big impact while hitting and pitching. She didn't allow a single earned run and allowed only two hits while striking out six over four innings pitched. She has been consistent recently: she hasn't given up more than one walk in four consecutive appearances. She was also solid in the batter's box, getting on base in four of her five plate appearances with one stolen base, one run, and one RBI.
In other batting news, Harvard Ellis Tech got a massive performance out of Emma Ethier, who got on base in four of her five plate appearances with five stolen bases and three runs. Cardyn Feen was another key player, getting on base in four of her five plate appearances with two runs, one triple, and one stolen base.
Harvard Ellis Tech now has a winning record of 4-3. As for Windham RVT, they now have a winning record of 6-5.
Monday's contest will be a test for both teams' pitchers. Windham RVT hasn't had any issues making contact this season, having earned a batting average of .428. However, it's not like Harvard Ellis Tech struggles in that department as they've averaged .350. With both teams so capable at the plate, fans should be ready for an impressive hitting performance. Check MaxPreps after the match for a full breakdown of the game, commentary, and other softball content.
