Softball Preview: North Cobb Christian Eagles vs. Ringgold Tigers
North Cobb Christian has been away from home for two games now, but on Tuesday they'll finally make their return. They will host the Ringgold Tigers at 5:30 p.m.
North Cobb Christian's hitters might be in the hot seat on Tuesday considering what happened against Sonoraville on Monday. They came up short against the Phoenix, falling 8-0. The match marked the first time this year in which the Eagles were not able to get on the board.
Meanwhile, Ringgold can finally bid farewell to their six-game losing streak thanks to their game on Monday. They were the clear victor by a 7-1 margin over Murray County. The Tigers' hitters stepped up their game for this one, as that was the most runs they've scored all season.
Emorie Coles spent all seven innings on the mound, and it's clear why: she surrendered one run (which was unearned) on four hits and racked up nine Ks. Those nine strikeouts set a new season-high mark for her.
On the hitting side, Breanna Freeman was incredible, going 1-for-3 with a home run and three RBI. Those RBI marked the first that she's brought in this season. The team also got some help courtesy of Jillian Eaker, who went 1-for-2 with a triple, two RBI, and a run.
Ringgold didn't let batters stay on the plate for long and finished the game with nine strikeouts. That's the most strikeouts they've managed all season.
North Cobb Christian has been struggling recently as they've lost five of their last six matchups, which put a noticeable dent in their 4-6 record this season. As for Ringgold, their victory ended a three-game drought at home and bumped them up to 2-7.
North Cobb Christian was able to grind out a solid win over Ringgold in their previous meeting two weeks ago, winning 8-4. Does North Cobb Christian have another victory up their sleeve, or will Ringgold turn the tables on them? We'll have the answer soon enough.
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