Softball Game Preview: Handley Tigers vs. Benjamin Russell Wildcats

The Handley Tigers will face off against the Benjamin Russell Wildcats at 4:30 p.m. on Thursday. Both come into the game bolstered by wins in their previous matches.

Having struggled with nine defeats in a row, Handley turned things around against Ranburne on Monday. They came out on top against the Bulldogs by a score of 10-6. The Tigers' offense finally found a way to get into gear: the high-octane performance was a 180-degree turn from their last three games.

The team relied heavily on Brayden Watkins, who went 2-for-5 with one home run, two runs, and two RBI. That's the most RBI she has posted over her last eight contests. Another player making a difference was Keira Addison, who went 3-for-4 with two runs and one double.

Meanwhile, Benjamin Russell can bid farewell to their four-game losing streak thanks to their game on Wednesday. They walked away with a 9-4 victory over Central of Clay County.

Benjamin Russell's win bumped their record up to 16-21-1. As for Handley, their victory bumped their record up to 16-20-1.

Handley couldn't quite get it done against Benjamin Russell in their previous meeting on Thursday as they fell 6-1. Will the Tigers have more luck at home instead of on the road? Check MaxPreps after the action for a full breakdown of the game and more softball content.