Softball Game Preview: Big Walnut Golden Eagles vs. Utica Redskins

The Big Walnut Golden Eagles will challenge the Utica Redskins at 5:15 p.m. on Friday. Big Walnut is strutting in with some hitting muscle as they've averaged 9.5 runs per game this season.

Big Walnut is coming in off a wild two-game stretch: after soaring to 27 runs on Wednesday, they were much more limited against Hayes on Thursday. They came up short against the Pacers, falling 9-1.

Meanwhile, Utica came up short against Licking Heights on Wednesday and fell 10-6. The Redskins haven't had much luck with the Hornets recently, as the team has come up short the last four times they've met.

Kaitlin Evans made the most of her time at bat despite the final result and went 2-for-4 with two triples, two RBI, and one run. Those triples marked the first that she has hit this season. The team also got some help courtesy of Emily Meyers, who earned one RBI, two runs, and two stolen bases.

Big Walnut's defeat was their third straight on the road, which dropped their record down to 6-7. As for Utica, their loss dropped their record down to 4-6.

Friday's game will be a test for both teams' pitchers. Big Walnut hasn't had any issues making contact this season, having earned a batting average of .338. However, it's not like Utica struggles in that department as they've averaged .332. 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.