Softball Game Preview: Ralls Jackrabbits vs. Abernathy Antelopes

The Ralls Jackrabbits will take on the Abernathy Antelopes at 5:00 p.m. on Tuesday. Ralls has given up an average of 9.4 runs per game this season, but Tuesday's game will give them a chance to turn things around.

While Ralls' victory against New Deal wasn't quite the blowout it was the last time the pair played, they still came out on top. The Jackrabbits sure made it a nail-biter, but they managed to escape with a 12-11 win over the Lions on Tuesday. The Jackrabbits haven't had any issues with the Lions recently, as the game was their sixth consecutive victory against them.

Destiny Garza was incredible, going 3-for-4 with one home run, three runs, and four RBI. That's the most hits she has posted since back in April of 2024. Mercedez Alcala was another key player, going 2-for-4 with one triple and two RBI.

Ralls was getting hits left and right and finished the game having posted a batting average of .588. They are 8-3-1 when they post a batting average of .375 or better.

Meanwhile, Abernathy didn't have quite enough to beat Hale Center on Wednesday and fell 7-6. The Antelopes have now taken an 'L' in back-to-back games.

Scotlann Bickel made the most of her time at bat despite the final result and scored a run while going 3-for-4. The team also got some help courtesy of Bryer Cook, who scored two runs and stole a base while going 2-for-4.

Ralls' win bumped their record up to 10-12-1. As for Abernathy, their loss dropped their record down to 13-8.

The pitchers for both teams better look sharp on Tuesday as neither team is afraid to steal. Ralls has been swiping bases left and right this season, having averaged 3.3 stolen bases per game. However, it's not like Abernathy struggles in that department as they've been averaging 5.5 stolen bases. The only question left is which team can snag more.

Ralls came up short against Abernathy in their previous meeting back in March of 2021, falling 7-2. Will the Jackrabbits 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.