Softball Preview: Altamont Longhorns vs. North Summit Braves
After three games on the road, Altamont is heading back home. They will take on the North Summit Braves at 3:30 p.m. on Thursday. Given that the pair suffered a loss in their last game, they both have a little extra motivation heading into this contest.
On Wednesday, it was a hard-fought match, but Altamont had to settle for a 7-6 defeat against Duchesne. The loss unfortunately continues a disappointing trend for Altamont in their matchups with Duchesne: they've now lost six in a row.
Kinley Duncan was cooking despite her team's loss, scoring a run while going 3-for-4. Hadley Mecham was another key contributor, scoring two runs while going 1-for-4.
Meanwhile, North Summit suffered a tough 15-5 defeat at the hands of North Sevier last Wednesday. North Summit has now taken an 'L' in back-to-back games.
KENDRIE COMER was cooking despite her team's loss, scoring a run and stealing two bases while going 2-for-3. The team also got some help courtesy of Trevie Seiverts, who scored two runs and stole two bases while going 1-for-2.
Altamont's loss ended a four-game streak of away wins and brought them to 9-3. As for North Summit, their defeat dropped their record down to 1-4.
Thursday's matchup might come down to which pitcher can control the ball better. Altamont has hit smart this season, having averaged an OBP of .535. However, it's not like North Summit struggles in that department as they've averaged .555. With both teams so capable at the plate, fans should be ready for an impressive hitting performance.
Everything went Altamont's way against North Summit in their previous meeting back in March as Altamont made off with a 17-0 victory. Will Altamont repeat their success, or does North Summit have a new game plan this time around? We'll find out soon enough.
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