Softball Game Preview: Perry-Lecompton Kaws vs. Riley County Falcons

The Perry-Lecompton Kaws will take on the Riley County Falcons at 4:30 p.m. on Monday. Perry-Lecompton has given up an average of 9.4 runs per game this season, but Monday's game will give them a chance to turn things around.

Perry-Lecompton is headed into Monday's contest looking for a big change in momentum after dropping their third straight game on Thursday. They came up short against Jefferson West, falling 15-9.

Macie Corcoran made the most of her time at bat despite the final result and went 2-for-4 with two runs, one double, and one RBI. Devin Aldrich also deserves some recognition as she snagged her first stolen base of the season.

Meanwhile, it was a Battle of the Birds when Riley County challenged Sabetha on Thursday. The Falcons fell 10-6 to the Bluejays. While the Falcons didn't get the win, they did start the game off strong, beating the Bluejays 5-0 in the first period.

Gracie Scofield was cooking despite her team's loss, going 3-for-4 with two runs and two doubles. Another player making a difference was Makayla Machin, who went 3-for-4 with one stolen base.

Perry-Lecompton's loss dropped their record down to 6-14. As for Riley County, their defeat dropped their record down to 1-5.

Riley County's pitching crew has a crucial task ahead of them: Perry-Lecompton has been making plenty of contact this season, having averaged 8.8 hits per game. It's a different story for Riley County, though, as they've been averaging 13.7 hits. Given Perry-Lecompton's sizable advantage in that area, the Falcons will need to find a way to close that gap. Check back here after the action for a full breakdown and analysis of the contest.