Softball Preview: Trumann Wildcats vs. Highland Rebels
After two games on the road, Trumann is heading back home. They will take on the Highland Rebels at 4:30 p.m. on Monday. Highland took a loss in their last game and will be looking to turn the tables on Trumann, who comes in off a win.
Last Thursday, Trumann got the win against Forrest City by a conclusive 18-1. 18 seems to be a good number for Trumann as the squad scooped up a win with the same number of runs in their previous game.
Faith Muntz was a major factor while hitting and pitching. She struck out seven batters over five innings while giving up just one earned run off three hits (and only one walk). Muntz has been consistent recently: she hasn't pitched less than five innings in three consecutive pitching appearances. Muntz was also stellar in the batter's box, scoring two runs and stealing a base while going 1-for-4.
In other batting news, the team relied heavily on Macey Powell, who scored five runs and stole three bases while going 3-for-4. Ellisabeth Holladay was another key contributor, scoring two runs and stealing two bases while getting on base in four of her five plate appearances.
Meanwhile, after soaring to 17 runs the game before, Highland was a bit more limited in their contest on Thursday. Their rough 19-2 loss to Brookland might stick with them for a while.
Trumann's victory bumped their record up to 5-8. As for Highland, their defeat was their fourth straight at home, which dropped their record down to 3-8.
Trumann couldn't quite finish off Highland in their previous matchup back in April of 2023 and fell 6-4. Will Trumann have more luck at home instead of on the road? Check back here after the action for a full breakdown and analysis of the contest.
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