Softball Preview: Westwood Wildcats vs. Fullington Academy Trojans
Westwood has enjoyed a three-game homestand but will soon have to dust off their road jerseys. They will head out to square off against the Fullington Academy Trojans at 4:00 p.m. on Thursday. Westwood is strutting in with some hitting muscle as they've averaged 7.7 runs per game this season.
Westwood is headed into the contest having just suffered their biggest loss since October 10, 2023 on Tuesday. They lost 13-4 to Terrell Academy. The defeat continues a trend for the Wildcats in their matchups with the Eagles: they've now lost three in a row.
Payton Sherman was cooking despite her team's loss, scoring two runs and stealing a base while going 1-for-4. That stolen base marked the first that she's stolen this season. Another player making a difference was Lilly Lanier, who went 2-for-3 with two RBI.
Meanwhile, after soaring to 18 runs the game before, Fullington Academy was a bit more limited in their game on Tuesday. They lost 9-1 to Southland Academy. The match marked the Trojans' lowest-scoring matchup so far this season.
Jadyn Rose Nipper was cooking despite her team's loss, scoring a run and stealing a base while getting on base in all three of her plate appearances. Nipper is crushing it when it comes to stolen bases: she's stolen at least one every time she's taken the field this season.
Westwood's loss dropped their record down to 4-4. As for Fullington Academy, their defeat ended a four-game streak of away wins and brought them to 5-4.
Thursday's contest might come down to which pitcher can control the ball better. Westwood has hit smart this season, having averaged an OBP of 0. However, it's not like Fullington Academy struggles in that department as they've averaged 0. With both teams so capable at the plate, fans should be ready for an impressive hitting performance. Check MaxPreps after the match for a full breakdown of the game, commentary, and other softball content.
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