Softball Recap: Oscar Smith Tigers vs. Great Bridge Wildcats
Oscar Smith was not able to break out of their rough patch on Thursday as the team picked up their third straight loss. They lost 15-1 to the Great Bridge Wildcats. The result was an unpleasant reminder to Oscar Smith of the 16-0 defeat they experienced in the pair's previous head-to-head fixture back in March.
For Great Bridge's part, Bailey Bliven made a big impact no matter where she played. On the mound, she struck out seven batters over three innings while giving up no earned runs off one hit (and not a single walk). Bliven was also solid in the batter's box, going 1-for-2 with four RBI and a double.
In other pitching news, Jensyn Koonce looked comfortable as she pitched two innings while giving up no earned runs off two hits. She has been nothing but reliable on the mound: she hasn't given up more than one walk in four consecutive pitching appearances.
Back at the plate, LB Scott was incredible, going 2-for-2 with four RBI and two runs. Hannah Ferrell was another key contributor, scoring two runs while going 1-for-1.
Oscar Smith's loss dropped their record down to 2-13-1. As for Great Bridge, they are on a roll lately: they've won four of their last five games, which provided a massive bump to their 10-7 record this season.
Oscar Smith will head out on the road to challenge Lakeland at 5:45 p.m. on Tuesday. As for Great Bridge, they will play host again on Friday to welcome Bayside, where first pitch is scheduled at 5:30 p.m. Bayside is coming into the matchup with five straight defeats on the road, meaning Great Bridge will have to defend against a squad hungry for a victory.
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