Softball Preview: Kimball Knights vs. Hillcrest Panthers
The Kimball Knights will head out on the road to take on the Hillcrest Panthers at 4:00 p.m. on Friday. Kimball is no doubt hoping to put an end to a six-game streak of away losses dating back to last season.
Back in March, Kimball fell victim to a tough 19-9 defeat at the hands of Adamson.
Kristionne Johnson led a balanced group of hitters, scoring a run and stealing three bases while going 3-for-4. Another player making a difference was Brianna Garcia, who scored a run and stole three bases while getting on base in two of her three plate appearances.
Meanwhile, Hillcrest was not able to break out of their rough patch on Tuesday as the team picked up their third straight loss. They wound up on the wrong side of a rough 15-0 walloping at the hands of Molina.
Hillcrest saw two different players step up and record at least one hit. One of them was Aileen Campuzano, who went 1-for-2 with a double.
Kimball's defeat dropped their record down to 2-4. As for Hillcrest, their loss dropped their record down to 2-18.
Friday's match might come down to which pitcher can control the ball better. Kimball has hit smart this season, having averaged an OBP of .441. However, it's not like Hillcrest struggles in that department as they've averaged .471. With both teams so capable at the plate, fans should be ready for an impressive hitting performance.
Kimball beat Hillcrest 14-9 when the teams last played back in March. The rematch might be a little tougher for Kimball 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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