Softball Preview: Elkhart Lions vs. Mishawaka Marian Knights
The Elkhart Lions will be playing at home against the Mishawaka Marian Knights at 5:00 p.m. on Wednesday. Both squads will be entering this one on the heels of a big victory.
Mishawaka Marian is hoping to do on Wednesday what South Bend Adams couldn't on Monday: put an end to Elkhart's winning streak, which now stands at three games. Elkhart was the clear victor by an 11-1 margin over South Bend Adams. With that victory, Elkhart brought their scoring average up to 6.2 runs per game.
Gabby Wagner was a standout: she went 1-for-2 with a home run, two runs, and two RBI. Bailey Harris-Rogers was another key contributor, going 2-for-3 with a home run, two runs, and two RBI.
Meanwhile, after low-scoring totals in their previous three contests, Mishawaka Marian brought some dynamite into their most recent contest. They put the hurt on LaVille with a sharp 12-1 win on Tuesday. With that victory, Mishawaka Marian brought their scoring average up to 6.8 runs per game.
Kaitlin Pratt made a big impact while hitting and pitching. On the mound, she struck out 11 batters over five innings while giving up just one earned run off three hits (and only one walk). Pratt was also stellar in the batter's box, going 2-for-3 with a home run, two runs, and a triple.
In other batting news, the team relied heavily on Brynn Micinski, who scored two runs and stole two bases while going 1-for-1. Another player making a difference was Katie Miligan, who scored two runs and stole a base while getting on base in three of her four plate appearances.
The win got Elkhart back to even at 6-6-1. As for Mishawaka Marian, their victory ended a three-game drought at home and bumped them up to 3-6.
Wednesday's match might come down to which pitcher can control the ball better. Elkhart has hit smart this season, having averaged an OBP of .436. However, it's not like Mishawaka Marian struggles in that department as they've averaged .472. With both teams so capable at the plate, fans should be ready for an impressive hitting performance.
Elkhart suffered a grim 8-1 defeat to Mishawaka Marian in their previous matchup back in May of 2023. Will Elkhart 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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