Softball Game Preview:

By Team Reports Sep 20, 2024, 1:57am

Softball Preview: Community Trojans vs. Sturgeon Bulldogs

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The Community Trojans are taking a road trip to face off against the Sturgeon Bulldogs at 5:00 p.m. on Friday. Given that both suffered a loss in their last game, they both have a little extra motivation heading into this game.

Last Wednesday, Community came up short against Paris and fell 6-3.

Jocelyn Curtis spent all seven innings on the mound, and it's clear why: she surrendered three earned (and three unearned) runs on seven hits and racked up six Ks.

At the plate, Myla Carroll was cooking despite her team's loss, going 1-for-3 with a home run and three RBI.

Meanwhile, Sturgeon couldn't capitalize on their home-field advantage in their season opener. They fell 6-2 to Slater last Tuesday.

Community's loss was their third straight at home, which dropped their record down to 2-3. As for Sturgeon, their defeat dropped their record down to 0-1.

Community took their win against Sturgeon in their previous matchup back in September of 2023 by a conclusive 15-0. The rematch might be a little tougher for Community since the team won't have the home-field advantage this time around. We'll see if the change in venue makes a difference.

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