Softball Preview: Triton Central Tigers vs. Waldron Mohawks
Triton Central is 9-0 against Waldron since May of 2015, and they'll have a chance to extend that success on Saturday. The Triton Central Tigers will be staying on the road to face off against the Waldron Mohawks at 10:00 a.m. Triton Central will be strutting in after a victory while Waldron will be coming in after a defeat.
Waldron's hitters are going to have their work cut out for them on Saturday: Triton Central had not allowed a single run the last three times they've hit the field. Triton Central never let Rushville onto the board and left with a 4-0 win on Thursday.
Rushville's batters probably weren't too happy with Brylie Couch, who pitched a no hitter and racked up ten Ks (she gave up two walks). Couch has been nothing but reliable on the mound: she hasn't given up more than two walks in four consecutive pitching appearances.
On the hitting side, Jalynn Keith was incredible, scoring two runs and stealing three bases while going 1-for-3. She has been hot recently, having posted at least one stolen base the last three times she's played.
Waldron lost 20-3 to North Decatur on Thursday. Waldron has now taken an 'L' in back-to-back games.
Waldron saw four different players step up and record at least one hit. One of them was Alyssa Benson, who went 1-for-3 with a triple, a run, and an RBI.
Triton Central now has a winning record of 7-6. As for Waldron, their loss dropped their record down to 5-4.
Both the pair just can't seem to miss. Triton Central has been making plenty of contact this season, having averaged 9.6 hits per game. However, it's not like Waldron struggles in that department as they've been averaging only 4.1. With both teams so capable at the plate, fans should be ready for an impressive hitting performance.
Triton Central took their victory against Waldron in their previous meeting back in May of 2023 by a conclusive 20-0. The rematch might be a little tougher for Triton Central 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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