Softball Preview: Cincinnati Christian Cougars vs. Roger Bacon Spartans
After four games on the road, Cincinnati Christian is heading back home. They will take on the Roger Bacon Spartans at 5:00 p.m. on Tuesday. Having both just faced considerable losses, both teams are looking to turn things around.
Cincinnati Christian had been on a four-game streak of scoring at least ten runs, but National Trail put an end to it on Monday. Cincinnati Christian wound up on the wrong side of a rough 10-0 walloping at the hands of National Trail. The game marked the first time this season in which Cincinnati Christian was not able to get on the board.
Meanwhile, Roger Bacon was not able to break out of their rough patch on Friday as the team picked up their third straight loss. They fell victim to a tough 16-6 defeat at the hands of Cincinnati Christian.
Julia Whitman was cooking despite her team's loss, scoring two runs and stealing two bases while getting on base in three of her four plate appearances.
Cincinnati Christian's loss ended a three-game streak of away wins and brought them to 9-3. As for Roger Bacon, their defeat dropped their record down to 3-7.
Tuesday's contest might come down to which pitcher can control the ball better. Cincinnati Christian has hit smart this season, having averaged an OBP of .520. However, it's not like Roger Bacon struggles in that department as they've averaged .433. With both teams so capable at the plate, fans should be ready for an impressive hitting performance.
Cincinnati Christian took their win against Roger Bacon in their previous matchup on Friday by a conclusive 16-6. Does Cincinnati Christian have another victory up their sleeve, or will Roger Bacon turn the tables on them? We'll have the answer soon enough.
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