Softball Game Preview: Whiting Oilers vs. Illiana Christian Vikings

For the second straight game, Whiting will face off against Illiana Christian. The Oilers will head out to square off against the Vikings at 5:00 p.m. on Tuesday. Whiting has given up an average of 9.1 runs per game this season, but Tuesday's game will give them a chance to turn things around.

Whiting will head out to face Illiana Christian after giving up their first home loss of the season on Monday. The Oilers lost 14-1 to the Vikings.

For Illiana Christian's part, Cayden Petersen made a big impact no matter where she played. She looked comfortable on the mound, not allowing a single earned run and allowing only two hits over five innings pitched. Petersen was also big at the plate, going 3-for-4 with three RBI, two runs, and two doubles. That's the most runs she has posted over her last nine games.

In other batting news, Emmy Jansma was a standout: she went 3-for-4 with two triples, four RBI, and two runs. Those two triples gave her a new career-high. Sofia Dunnet was another key player, going 2-for-3 with one home run, four RBI, and one stolen base.

Illiana Christian always had someone on base and finished the game having posted an OBP of .629. They easily outclassed their opponents in that department as Whiting only posted an OBP of .222.

Illiana Christian has been performing well recently as they've won five of their last six matches. That's provided a nice bump to their 10-6 record this season. The victories came thanks in part to their pitching effort, having only surrendered 3.3 runs on average over those games. As for Whiting, their defeat dropped their record down to 6-5.

Tuesday's contest might come down to which pitcher can control the ball better. Whiting has hit smart this season, having averaged an OBP of .461. However, it's not like Illiana Christian struggles in that department as they've averaged .473. With both teams so capable at the plate, fans should be ready for an impressive hitting performance. Check MaxPreps after the action for a full breakdown of the game and more softball content.