Softball Preview: Willcox Cowboys vs. Benson Bobcats
Willcox is 2-8 against Benson since April of 2018 but they'll have a chance to close the gap a little bit on Monday. The Willcox Cowboys will be playing at home against the Benson Bobcats at 4:00 p.m. Willcox is strutting in with some hitting muscle, as they've averaged 9.1 runs per game this season.
Last Friday, Willcox fell victim to a rough 16-8 loss at the hands of Tombstone. Willcox has now taken an 'L' in back-to-back games.
Layla Donahue was cooking despite her team's loss, scoring two runs while going 3-for-3. Nataly Thompson was another key contributor, scoring a run while going 2-for-4.
Meanwhile, Benson had to endure a seven-game losing streak, but that streak is no more. They were the clear victor by a 21-6 margin over Pima. The result was nothing new for Benson, who have now won five contests by six runs or more so far this season.
The team relied heavily on Kaylei Taylor, who went 3-for-5 with a home run, six RBI, and three runs. The team also got some help courtesy of Akota Abbott, who went 4-for-5 with four RBI, two runs, and a double.
Willcox's defeat dropped their record down to 8-11. As for Benson, their victory bumped their record up to 5-11.
Monday's match might come down to which pitcher can control the ball better. Willcox has hit smart this season, having averaged an OBP of .469. However, it's not like Benson struggles in that department as they've averaged .468. With both teams so capable at the plate, fans should be ready for an impressive hitting performance.
Willcox took their win against Benson in their previous meeting back in March by a conclusive 13-5. Will Willcox repeat their success, or does Benson have a new game plan this time around? We'll find out soon enough.
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