Softball Preview: Howell Highlanders vs. Plymouth Wildcats
Howell is 8-2 against Plymouth since May of 2018, and they'll have a chance to extend that success on Wednesday. The Howell Highlanders are on the road again to play the Plymouth Wildcats at 4:00 p.m. Both teams come into the contest bolstered by wins in their previous matches.
Last Saturday, Howell got the win against Petoskey by a conclusive 7-1.
Howell let Emma Banfield and Amelia Ott loose on the outfield. Banfield scored two runs and stole a base while going 1-for-2, while Ott scored a run and stole a base while going 2-for-3. Another player making a difference was Ava Bunting, who scored a run while going 2-for-4.
Meanwhile, Plymouth had to endure an eight-game losing streak dating back to last season, but that streak is no more. They blew past Garden City 10-4. Considering Plymouth's hitters had been struggling lately, the high-scoring outing was a much-needed turnaround.
Howell now has a winning record of 7-6-1. As for Plymouth, their win (their first of the season) made their record 1-6.
Howell beat Plymouth 10-7 in their previous meeting back in April of 2023. The rematch might be a little tougher for Howell since the team won't have the home-field advantage this time around. We'll see if the change in venue makes a difference.
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