Softball Game Preview: Rogers Rams vs. Emmanuel Christian Warriors

The Rogers Rams will challenge the Emmanuel Christian Warriors at 5:00 p.m. on Friday. Both come into the game bolstered by wins in their previous matches.

If Rogers beats Emmanuel Christian with 29 runs on Friday, it's going to be the team's new lucky number: they've won their past two matches with that exact score. Everything went the Rams' way against Woodward on Thursday as they made off with a 29-9 victory. The contest marked the Rams' most dominant win of the season so far.

Meanwhile, it was close, but on Tuesday Emmanuel Christian sidestepped Toledo Christian for a 6-4 victory. The win continues a trend for the Warriors in their matchups with the Eagles: they've now won eight in a row.

Maggie Woodward made a big impact no matter where she played. She looked comfortable on the mound, striking out seven batters over seven innings while giving up four earned runs off five hits. She has been nothing but reliable: she hasn't given up more than two walks any time she's pitched this season. She was also solid in the batter's box, scoring a run while going 2-for-4.

In other batting news, the team relied heavily on Ariella Morris, who went 2-for-3 with one home run, two stolen bases, and two runs. Morris is crushing it when it comes to home runs: she's launched at least one every time she's taken the field this season. Another player making a difference was Paris Foster, who scored three runs and stole two bases while going 2-for-4.

Emmanuel Christian now has a winning record of 2-1. As for Rogers, their victory ended a five-game drought on the road dating back to last season and puts them at 3-2.

Rogers might still be hurting after the 10-0 defeat they got from Emmanuel Christian in their previous meeting back in May of 2024. Will the Rams 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.