Softball Game Preview: Lexington Yellowjackets vs. Salisbury Hornets

Lexington hasn't had much luck against Salisbury recently, but that could start to change on Tuesday. Lexington will challenge Salisbury at 5:30 p.m. Having both just faced considerable losses, both teams are looking to turn things around.

Lexington lost 19-1 to West Davidson on Friday.

Meanwhile, Salisbury started off well but failed to capitalize on an early lead against East Davidson. They came up short against the Golden Eagles on Friday, falling 22-11. Hornets fans who chose to attend the game sure picked the wrong one: it was the first time the team's lost against the Golden Eagles since on Friday.

Salisbury saw five different players step up and record at least one hit. One of them was Allison Peeler, who scored two runs and stole a base while going 2-for-3. Dasmine Ambers was another, scoring a run while going 1-for-4.

Even though they lost, Salisbury always had someone on base and finished the game having posted an OBP of .545. This was only their first loss (out of five games) when they post an OBP of .513 or better.

Salisbury has traveled a rocky road recently, having lost three of their last four matchups. That's put a noticeable dent in their 4-4 record this season. Lexington's defeat dropped their record down to 0-2.

Lexington might still be hurting after the 16-1 loss they got from Salisbury in their previous meeting back in April of 2024. Can Lexington avenge their defeat or is history doomed to repeat itself? We'll find out soon enough.