Softball Game Preview: Nelson County Cardinals vs. Washington County Commanders

For the second straight game, Nelson County will face off against Washington County. The Cardinals will welcome the Commanders at 6:00 p.m. on Tuesday. The timing is sure in Nelson County's favor as the team sits on six straight wins at home (dating back to last season) while Washington County has been banged up by eight consecutive losses on the road.

Nelson County came out on top against Washington County on Friday thanks in part to the team's impressive seven-run first inning. The Cardinals blew past the Commanders 14-1. The Cardinals might be getting used to big wins seeing as the team has won eight contests by seven runs or more this season.

Cali Nowlin made a big impact while hitting and pitching. She didn't allow a single earned run while striking out six over four innings pitched. She has been nothing but reliable on the mound: she hasn't given up more than two walks in six consecutive appearances. She was also stellar in the batter's box, going 2-for-4 with two runs, one stolen base, and two RBI.

Nora Kate Simpson

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In other batting news, Nelson County let Nora Kate Simpson and Aubrey Robbins run wild. Simpson went 1-for-2 with two runs, one triple, and one stolen base, while Robbins went 1-for-2 with two runs, one triple, and one stolen base. Simpson is on a roll when it comes to stolen bases, as she's now snagged at least one in each of the last three games she's played. Jorja Bartley was another key player, getting on base in all three of her plate appearances with two runs and one stolen base.

Nelson County hit smart and finished the game with only one strikeout. The team has now struck out at least two batters in five consecutive games.

Nelson County's win bumped their record up to 12-3-1. As for Washington County, their defeat dropped their record down to 2-14.

Washington County's hitters will have their work cut out for them on Tuesday. Nelson County has been retiring batters left and right this season, having averaged 8.2 strikeouts per game. It's a different story for Washington County, though, as they've been averaging only 1.9 strikeouts. Will Nelson County keep running through batters, or will the Commanders buck the trend? Check MaxPreps after the action for a full breakdown of the game and more softball content.