Northern Nash is 1-9 against Nash Central since March of 2021 but they'll have a chance to close the gap a little bit on Tuesday. The Knights will head out to face off against the Bulldogs at 5:00 p.m. Northern Nash has given up an average of 8.6 runs per game this season, but Tuesday's game will give them a chance to turn things around.
Northern Nash is headed into Tuesday's match looking for a big change in momentum after dropping their third straight game on Friday. They lost 15-8 to Franklinton.
Kailey Burden made the most of her time at bat despite the final result and scored two runs and stole a base while going 3-for-5. Emma Hunt was another key player, scoring a run while going 1-for-4.
Meanwhile, Nash Central never let their opponents score on Thursday. They blew past Rocky Mount 19-0. Considering the Bulldogs have won seven games by more than nine runs this season, Thursday's blowout was nothing new.
CHANDLAR WOOD made a big impact no matter where she played. She looked comfortable on the mound, striking out seven batters over three innings while giving up no earned runs or hits (and not a single walk). She has been consistent : she hasn't given up more than two walks in five consecutive appearances. She was also solid in the batter's box, going 2-for-3 with one RBI. That's the most hits she has posted since back in February.
In other batting news, the team relied heavily on LAYLA LAFFERTY, who scored two runs while going 2-for-3. The dominant performance also gave her a new career-high in doubles (two). KAYLEIGH ROANE also deserves some recognition as she brought in her first RBI of the season.
Nash Central hit smart and finished the game with only one strikeout. The team's really been improving in that area: they've now improved their strikeout total in four consecutive contests.
Northern Nash's defeat dropped their record down to 8-7. As for Nash Central, their victory ended a three-game drought on the road and puts them at 7-7.
Tuesday's matchup might come down to which pitcher can control the ball better. Northern Nash has hit smart this season, having averaged an OBP of .482. However, it's not like Nash Central struggles in that department as they've averaged .505. With both teams so capable at the plate, fans should be ready for an impressive hitting performance.
Northern Nash skirted past Nash Central 7-5 when the teams last played back in March. The rematch might be a little tougher for the Knights since the squad won't have the home-field advantage this time around. We'll see if the change in venue makes a difference.
