Softball Game Preview: Oldenburg Academy Twisters vs. South Ripley Raiders

By Team Reports Apr 21, 2024, 6:06am

Softball Preview: Oldenburg Academy Twisters vs. South Ripley Raiders

Oldenburg Academy is 1-7 against South Ripley since May of 2015 but they'll have a chance to close the gap a little bit on Monday. The Oldenburg Academy Twisters will head out on the road to face off against the South Ripley Raiders at 5:00 p.m.

Oldenburg Academy is is headed into Monday's matchup looking for a big change in momentum after dropping their 15th straight game dating back to last season on Thursday. Their tough 14-4 loss to Morristown might stick with them for a while.

Meanwhile, South Ripley scored the most runs they've had all season to find success on Saturday. Everything went their way against Brown County as South Ripley made off with a 13-4 victory. The high-scoring effort was just what South Ripley needed considering they were shutout in their previous game.

Oldenburg Academy's defeat dropped their record down to 0-7. As for South Ripley, their win ended a 12-game drought on the road dating back to last season and puts them at 2-6.

Oldenburg Academy might still be hurting after the 17-7 loss they got from South Ripley when the teams last played back in May of 2023. Thankfully for Oldenburg Academy, Brionna Linkel (who got on base in all five of her plate appearances with a home run, two stolen bases, and three RBI) won't be suiting up this time. Will that be enough to change the final result? Check MaxPreps.com after the match to find out.

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