Softball Preview: Warren East Raiders vs. Lawrence County Bulldogs
The Warren East Raiders will take on the Lawrence County Bulldogs at 2:00 p.m. on Friday. Warren East is strutting in with some hitting muscle, as they've averaged 7.9 runs per game this season.
Last Tuesday, Warren East suffered a rough 15-6 loss at the hands of Barren County. Warren East has struggled against Barren County recently, as their match on Tuesday was their third consecutive lost matchup.
Addison Lee was cooking despite her team's loss, scoring two runs while going 3-for-3. Another player making a difference was Rileigh Jones, who scored a run while going 1-for-3.
Meanwhile, Lawrence County put another one in the bag on Wednesday to keep their perfect season alive. They were the clear victor by an 11-0 margin over Elliott County. Lawrence County might be getting used to big wins seeing as the team's won 17 games by six runs or more this season.
Brooklyn Ellis made a splash while hitting and pitching. On the mound, she pitched two innings while giving up no earned runs or hits. Ellis has been nothing but reliable: she hasn't tossed less than five strikeouts in seven consecutive pitching appearances. Ellis was also stellar in the batter's box, going 1-for-2 with a home run and three RBI.
In other batting news, Abby Nelson was incredible, scoring two runs and stealing a base while going 3-for-3. Danielle Crum was another key contributor, scoring two runs and stealing two bases while going 3-for-3.
Warren East's defeat dropped their record down to 15-7. As for Lawrence County, their victory was their ninth straight at home dating back to last season, which pushed their record up to 19-0.
Both the pair just can't seem to miss. Warren East has been making plenty of contact this season, having averaged 10 hits per game. However, it's not like Lawrence County struggles in that department as they've been averaging only 3.4. With both teams so capable at the plate, fans should be ready for an impressive hitting performance. Come back here after the game to get an analysis of the match and other softball content.
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