Softball Preview: Muhlenberg Muhls vs. Exeter Township Eagles
Muhlenberg is 1-9 against Exeter Township since April of 2016 but they'll have a chance to close the gap a little bit on Thursday. The Muhlenberg Muhls will look to defend their home field against the Exeter Township Eagles at 7:00 p.m. Given that the two teams suffered a loss in their last game, they both have a little extra motivation heading into this contest.
On Wednesday, Muhlenberg came up short against Governor Mifflin and fell 13-8. Muhlenberg has now taken an 'L' in back-to-back games.
Madison Wentzel put in work while hitting and pitching. She looked comfortable on the mound, striking out nine batters over seven innings while giving up just two earned (and 11 unearned) runs off nine hits. Wentzel has been consistent recently: she hasn't tossed less than six strikeouts in three consecutive pitching appearances. Wentzel was also solid in the batter's box, going 2-for-4 with a stolen base and an RBI.
In other batting news, Kaylee Jablonski was cooking despite her team's loss, going 3-for-4 with a home run, six RBI, and a stolen base. Jaela Eaton was another key contributor, scoring two runs while getting on base in three of her four plate appearances.
Meanwhile, Exeter Township unfortunately witnessed the end of their four-game winning streak on Wednesday. They wound up on the wrong side of a rough 10-0 walloping at the hands of Wilson. The matchup marked the first time this year in which Exeter Township was not able to get on the board.
Muhlenberg now has a losing record at 5-6. As for Exeter Township, their defeat was their first of the season and makes their record 4-1.
Muhlenberg suffered a grim 16-1 defeat to Exeter Township in their previous meeting back in May of 2023. Will Muhlenberg have more luck at home instead of on the road? Check back here after the action for a full breakdown and analysis of the contest.
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