Softball Preview: Jonesboro Cardinals vs. Northside Patriots
The Jonesboro Cardinals will take on the Northside Patriots at 5:30 p.m. on Tuesday. Jonesboro is no doubt hoping to put an end to a three-game streak of away losses.
Jonesboro had been on a three-game streak of scoring at least ten runs, but Griffin put an end to it on Thursday. Jonesboro lost 19-2 to Griffin.
Meanwhile, Northside had already won nine in a row (a stretch where they outscored their opponents by an average of 10.2 runs), and they went ahead and made it ten on Saturday. They sure made it a nail-biter, but they managed to escape with a 2-1 victory over the Blue Devils.
Abby Lovell spent all seven innings on the mound, and it's clear why: she surrendered only one earned run on two hits and racked up 11 Ks. She has been consistent recently: she hasn't tossed less than six strikeouts every time she's pitched this season.
On the hitting side, Northside saw five different players step up and record at least one hit. One of them was Gracie Conkle, who scored a run while going 2-for-3.
Jonesboro's loss dropped their record down to 2-5. As for Northside, their win bumped their record up to 13-2.
Tuesday's matchup might come down to which pitcher can control the ball better. Jonesboro has hit smart this season, having averaged an OBP of 0. However, it's not like Northside struggles in that department as they've averaged 0. With both teams so capable at the plate, fans should be ready for an impressive hitting performance. Check back here after the action for a full breakdown and analysis of the contest.
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