Softball Preview: Indian Creek Braves vs. Whiteland Warriors
The Indian Creek Braves will head out on the road to square off against the Whiteland Warriors at 5:30 p.m. on Friday. Indian Creek is no doubt hoping to put an end to a five-game streak of away losses.
Indian Creek lost 11-5 to Owen Valley on Wednesday.
Jasmine Day was cooking despite her team's loss, going 3-for-4 with three RBI. Another player making a difference was Alli Gavin, who scored a run while going 2-for-3.
Even though they lost, Indian Creek hit smart and finished the game with only two strikeouts. They easily outclassed their opponents in that department as Owen Valley struck out six times.
Meanwhile, Whiteland made easy work of Perry Meridian on Wednesday and carried off a 10-2 win. The victory made it back-to-back wins for Whiteland.
Aubrey Felker was excellent, scoring a run while going 2-for-3. Madison Myers was another key contributor, going 2-for-4 with two RBI and a double.
Indian Creek's loss dropped their record down to 9-8. As for Whiteland, their victory bumped their record up to 11-9.
Friday's matchup will be a test for both team's pitchers. Indian Creek hasn't had any issues making contact this season, having earned a batting average of .328. However, it's not like Whiteland struggles in that department as they've averaged .315. With both teams so capable at the plate, fans should be ready for an impressive hitting performance.
Indian Creek might still be hurting after the 13-3 defeat they got from Whiteland in their previous meeting back in April of 2023. Thankfully for Indian Creek, Emma Davis (who didn't allow a single earned run over five innings pitched) won't be suiting up this time. Will that be enough to change the final result? There's only one way to find out.
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