Softball Preview: Union County Braves vs. Hopkins County Central Storm
Union County is on a three-game streak of home losses, Hopkins County Central a four-game streak of away losses, but someone's luck is about to change. The Union County Braves will take on the Hopkins County Central Storm at 6:00 p.m. on Friday. Hopkins County Central took a loss in their last match and will be looking to turn the tables on Union County, who comes in off a win.
On Thursday, it was close, but Union County sidestepped Crittenden County for a 7-5 win.
Peyton Jenkins spent all seven innings on the mound, and it's clear why: she surrendered four earned (and one unearned) runs on nine hits. She has been consistent recently: she hasn't given up more than two walks in three consecutive pitching appearances.
At the plate, Ava Arnett was incredible, going 2-for-3 with a home run, three RBI, and two runs. Another player making a difference was Audrey Staley, who scored a run and stole two bases while going 3-for-4.
Hopkins County Central lost 16-3 to Glasgow on Saturday.
The victory got Union County back to even at 12-12. As for Hopkins County Central, their loss ended a four-game streak of wins at home and dropped them to 12-22.
Union County took their win against Hopkins County Central when the teams last played back in April by a conclusive 14-2. Does Union County have another victory up their sleeve, or will Hopkins County Central turn the tables on them? We'll have the answer soon enough.
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