Softball Preview: Miller County Pirates vs. Baconton Charter Blazers
Miller County hasn't had much luck against Baconton Charter recently, but that could start to change on Tuesday. The Miller County Pirates will be playing in front of their home fans against the Baconton Charter Blazers at 6:00 p.m. Given that the pair suffered a loss in their last game, they both have a little extra motivation heading into this matchup.
Miller County fought the good fight in their extra-innings match against Bainbridge on Monday but wound up with a less-than-desirable result. They fell 11-8 to the Bearcats. One positive for the Pirates, at least, is that this was the most points they've scored all season.
Savannah McConnell made the most of her time at bat despite the final result and went 3-for-4 with four RBI, a triple, and a stolen base. The team also got some help courtesy of Precious Collins, who scored a run and stole four bases while getting on base in two of her four plate appearances.
Meanwhile, Baconton Charter had to start their season on the road last Friday, and it wasn't the start they were hoping for. They lost 13-1 to Southwest Georgia Academy.
Miller County's defeat ended a 12-game streak of wins at home dating back to last season and dropped them to 2-2. As for Baconton Charter, their loss dropped their record down to 0-1.
Miller County skirted past Baconton Charter 7-6 in their previous matchup back in September of 2023. Does Miller County have another victory up their sleeve, or will Baconton Charter turn the tables on them? We'll have the answer soon enough.
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