Softball Game Preview: Midland Rebels vs. Welsh Greyhounds

The Midland Rebels will challenge the Welsh Greyhounds at 5:00 p.m. on Thursday. The timing is sure in Midland's favor as the squad sits on three straight wins at home while Welsh has been banged up by eight consecutive losses on the road dating back to last season.

Midland will roll into the contest after a wild two-game stretch: they didn't score any runs on Monday, then bounced right back against Lafayette Renaissance Charter Academy on Tuesday. Midland put the hurt on Lafayette Renaissance Charter Academy with a sharp 26-7 win.

Mackenzie Credeur

Stolen Base (Career)

03/25/25 vs Lafayette Renaissance Charter Academy	8
02/20/24 vs Gueydan	6
03/17/25 @ Lake Charles College Prep	5
03/10/25 vs St. Martinville	4
03/06/25 vs Elton	2

Mackenzie Credeur was a standout: she scored four runs and stole eight bases while getting on base in all four of her plate appearances. Those eight stolen bases gave her a new career-high. The team also got some help courtesy of Sage Cormier, who scored four runs and stole six bases while getting on base in all four of her plate appearances.

Midland hit smart and finished the game with only one strikeout. They are a perfect 3-0 when they post two or more strikeouts.

Meanwhile, Welsh fell victim to Notre Dame and their airtight pitching crew on Tuesday. They came up short against the Pioneers, falling 16-0. The game marked the first time this year in which the Greyhounds were not able to get on the board.

Midland's victory was their first in the district, bumping their district record up to 1-2 and their overall record up to 6-9. As for Welsh, their loss dropped their record down to 4-7.

Thursday's matchup might come down to which pitcher can control the ball better. Midland has hit smart this season, having averaged an OBP of .573. However, it's not like Welsh struggles in that department as they've averaged .436. With both teams so capable at the plate, fans should be ready for an impressive hitting performance.

Midland might still be hurting after the 15-0 defeat they got from Welsh in their previous meeting two weeks ago. Will Midland have more luck at home instead of on the road? Check MaxPreps after the match for a full breakdown of the game, commentary, and other softball content.