Softball Preview: Glenn Bobcats vs. East Forsyth Eagles
Glenn is 0-10 against East Forsyth since March of 2019 but they'll have a chance to close the gap a little bit on Tuesday. The Glenn Bobcats will look to defend their home field against the East Forsyth Eagles at 6:00 p.m. One thing working in Glenn's favor is that they have posted big run totals in their last four matches.
Glenn is hoping to deliver their fans another blowout on Tuesday, just like they did against Trinity (and have done all season long). Glenn put the hurt on Trinity with a sharp 11-1 win on Thursday.
Kendall Fraas made a big impact no matter where she played. On the mound, she struck out six batters over six innings while giving up just one earned run off five hits (and only one walk). Fraas has been consistent recently: she hasn't given up more than two walks in three consecutive pitching appearances. Fraas was also solid in the batter's box, scoring two runs and stealing a base while getting on base in three of her four plate appearances.
In other batting news, Brooklyn Hardin was incredible, scoring two runs and stealing four bases while going 2-for-3. Kamry Lamonte was another key contributor, scoring two runs and stealing four bases while getting on base in two of her four plate appearances.
Meanwhile, after soaring to 16 runs the game before, East Forsyth was a bit more limited in their contest on Monday. Their tough 12-1 loss to High Point Christian Academy might stick with them for a while.
Glenn's victory bumped their record up to 8-11. As for East Forsyth, their defeat dropped their record down to 11-10.
Tuesday's game might come down to which pitcher can control the ball better. Glenn has hit smart this season, having averaged an OBP of .531. However, it's not like East Forsyth struggles in that department as they've averaged .486. With both teams so capable at the plate, fans should be ready for an impressive hitting performance.
Glenn might still be hurting after the 16-1 loss they got from East Forsyth when the teams last played back in March. A big factor in that loss was the dominant performance of East Forsyth's Kayson Hargett, who tossed three innings while giving up no earned run off two hits. Now that Glenn knows the damage she can cause, will they be able to stop her this time? Check MaxPreps.com after the match to find out.
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