Softball Game Preview: Gilbert Christian Knights vs. Benjamin Franklin Chargers

Gilbert Christian hasn't had much luck against Benjamin Franklin recently, but that could start to change on Friday. The Knights will head out on the road to face off against the Chargers at 3:45 p.m. Gilbert Christian has given up an average of 16 runs per game this season, but Friday's game will give them a chance to turn things around.

Gilbert Christian is headed into Friday's match looking for a big change in momentum after dropping their fourth straight game on Tuesday. They came up short against Bourgade Catholic, falling 24-1.

Gilbert Christian saw two different players step up and record at least one hit. One of them was Abigale Trask, who went 1-for-2 with one stolen base.

Meanwhile, Benjamin Franklin lost 27-15 to Northwest Christian on Tuesday. The Chargers have struggled against the Crusaders recently, as the game was their ninth consecutive lost meeting.

Adlee Trujillo was cooking despite her team's loss, going a perfect 3-for-3 with six RBI, two runs, and two doubles. Another player making a difference was Kinley Blair, who scored two runs while going 4-for-4.

Benjamin Franklin's defeat dropped their record down to 5-9. As for Gilbert Christian, their loss dropped their record down to 2-12.

Gilbert Christian couldn't quite get it done against Benjamin Franklin in their previous matchup back in March as they fell 20-15. Can the Knights avenge their defeat or is history doomed to repeat itself? We'll find out soon enough.