Softball Game Preview: North Bullitt Eagles vs. Shelby County Rockets

The North Bullitt Eagles will head out on the road to square off against the Shelby County Rockets at 6:00 p.m. on Thursday.

North Bullitt managed to slip by Larue County the last time these teams faced off, but didn't have those same answers this time around. The Eagles lost 9-2 to the Hawks on Monday. The Eagles have now taken an 'L' in back-to-back games.

Amree Hammons spent all seven innings on the mound, and it's clear why: she surrendered five earned (and four unearned) runs on 13 hits and racked up ten Ks. She has been nothing but reliable: she hasn't given up more than two walks in six consecutive appearances.

Meanwhile, Shelby County hadn't done well against Collins recently (they were 2-7 in their previous nine matchups), but they didn't let the past get in their way on Tuesday. The Rockets narrowly escaped with a win as the team sidled past the Titans 10-8. For those keeping track at home, that's the closest victory the Rockets have posted against the Titans since April 9, 2019.

The team relied heavily on Madison Clark, who went 3-for-4 with three runs, one stolen base, and one double. That's the most runs she has posted since back in March. Abby Blanton was another key player, getting on base in all four of her plate appearances with two runs, one stolen base, and one double.

They weren't the only ones making solid contact: Shelby County kept the outfield on their toes and finished the game with 12 hits. They easily outclassed their opponents in that department as Collins only managed seven hits.

North Bullitt's defeat dropped their record down to 3-10. As for Shelby County, their win ended a five-game drought on the road and puts them at 4-11.

Everything went North Bullitt's way against Shelby County when the teams last played back in April of 2024, as North Bullitt made off with a 12-2 victory. The rematch might be a little tougher for the Eagles since the squad won't have the home-field advantage this time around. We'll see if the change in venue makes a difference.