Softball Preview: Argenta-Oreana Bombers vs. Clinton Maroons
The Argenta-Oreana Bombers will be playing in front of their home fans against the Clinton Maroons at 4:30 p.m. on Tuesday. Argenta-Oreana will be looking to extend their current nine-game winning streak.
In what's become a running theme this season, Argenta-Oreana gave their fans yet another huge victory on Monday. They were the clear victor by a 20-3 margin over Tri-County [Kansas/Shiloh/Oakland]. Argenta-Oreana's hitters stepped up their game for this one, as that was the most runs they've scored all season.
Abby Jackson made a big impact no matter where she played. On the mound, she struck out six batters over four innings while giving up three earned runs off five hits (and only one walk). Jackson has been nothing but reliable: she hasn't given up more than two walks in six consecutive pitching appearances. Jackson was also stellar in the batter's box, scoring two runs while going 3-for-3.
In other batting news, Argenta-Oreana got a massive performance out of Kharma Giles, who went 2-for-3 with a home run, three runs, and three RBI. Another player making a difference was Sophia Wicklund, who scored four runs while going 4-for-4.
Meanwhile, Monday just wasn't the day for Clinton's offense. They suffered a tough 7-0 loss at the hands of Meridian on Monday. Considering the last time Clinton couldn't score was back in March, the team can't take the result too hard.
Argenta-Oreana pushed their record up to 13-2 with that win, which was their fifth straight at home. As for Clinton, they now have a losing record at 8-9.
Argenta-Oreana came out on top in a nail-biter against Clinton in their previous matchup back in April of 2023, sneaking past 11-9. Will Argenta-Oreana repeat their success, or does Clinton have a new game plan this time around? We'll find out soon enough.
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