Softball Preview: Martins Ferry Purple Riders vs. Bellaire Big Reds
Martins Ferry has enjoyed the comforts of home their last three games, but now they'll head out on the road. They will face off against the Bellaire Big Reds at 5:00 p.m. on Friday. Martins Ferry is strutting in with some hitting muscle, as they've averaged 8.3 runs per game this season.
Last Wednesday, Martins Ferry sure made it a nail-biter, but they managed to escape with a 7-6 win over Bellaire.
The team relied heavily on Gracie Lucas, who got on base in all three of her plate appearances with a home run, two stolen bases, and two RBI. The team also got some help courtesy of Danielle Lude, who scored two runs while going 2-for-3.
Martins Ferry's victory was their third straight at home, which pushed their record up to 5-1. Those victories were due in large part to their hitting performance across that stretch, as they averaged 9.3 runs per game. As for Bellaire, they have been struggling recently as they've lost five of their last six matchups, which put a noticeable dent in their 2-6 record this season.
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