Softball Game Preview: Fairfield on Home-Turf

By Team Reports May 7, 2024, 2:23am

Softball Preview: Fairfield Falcons vs. Mishawaka Marian Knights

Fairfield has been on the road for six straight, but on Tuesday they'll finally head home. They will take on the Mishawaka Marian Knights at 5:30 p.m. on Tuesday. Fairfield is strutting in with some hitting muscle as they've averaged 7.9 runs per game this season.

On Monday, Fairfield earned an 8-4 win over Central Noble.

Kinslyn Pressler spent all seven innings on the mound, and it's clear why: she surrendered three earned (and one unearned) runs on six hits.

At the plate, Jayslynn Hall was incredible, going 2-for-4 with a home run, two runs, and a stolen base. She is on a roll when it comes to home runs, as she's now launched at least one in the last three games she's played. Madison Jones was another key contributor, scoring a run and stealing two bases while going 3-for-4.

Meanwhile, Mishawaka Marian was not able to break out of their rough patch on Monday as the team picked up their third straight loss. They lost 14-4 to South Bend Adams.

Katie Miligan made the most of her time at bat despite the final result and went 1-for-2 with a home run and four RBI.

Fairfield's victory ended a three-game drought on the road and puts them at 12-10. As for Mishawaka Marian, their defeat dropped their record down to 4-10.

Fairfield's speedy runners might be the difference in Tuesday's game. Fairfield has been swiping bases left and right this season, having averaged 2.9 stolen bases per game. It's a different story for Mishawaka Marian, though, as they've been averaging only 0.6. Will they be able to secure the bases, or will Fairfield continue to outrun the ball?

Fairfield might still be hurting after the 11-1 loss they got from Mishawaka Marian in their previous matchup back in May of 2023. Will Fairfield have more luck at home instead of on the road? Check MaxPreps after the match for a full breakdown of the game, commentary, and other softball content.

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