Softball Game Preview: Carmel Corsairs vs. Benet Academy Redwings

Carmel is on a three-game streak of home losses, and Benet Academy a four-game streak of away losses. However, someone's due for a change in luck on Wednesday. The Carmel Corsairs will be playing in front of their home fans against the Benet Academy Redwings at 4:30 p.m. Carmel has given up an average of 6.8 runs per game this season, but Wednesday's game will give them a chance to turn things around.

Monday just wasn't the day for Carmel's offense. They came up short against Benet Academy on Monday, falling 14-0.

For Benet Academy's part, Angela Horejs and Hannah Baer did most of the damage at the plate: Horejs fired off two home runs and three RBI while going 2-for-3, while Baer went 1-for-3 with one home run, three runs, and four RBI. Those four RBI gave Baer a new career-high. Another player making a difference was Alaina Rosner, who went 3-for-4 with two runs, two RBI, and one double.

Benet Academy was getting hits left and right and finished the game having posted a batting average of .417. They are 2-1 when they post a batting average of .375 or better.

Benet Academy's defeat dropped their record down to 6-11. As for Carmel, their loss dropped their record down to 11-6.

Benet Academy's pitching crew has a crucial task ahead of them: Carmel has hit smart this season, having averaged an OBP of .434. It's a different story for Benet Academy, though, as they've only averaged .330. Will they be able to contain Carmel's hitters? Check MaxPreps after the match for a full breakdown of the game, commentary, and other softball content.