Columbia has won three straight games at home, while Keystone has won three straight on the road, but those streaks won't matter much on Tuesday. The Raiders will welcome the Wildcats at 5:00 p.m. Both squads will be entering this one on the heels of a big victory.
Columbia had to skate by with only a one-run margin when they last took the field, which might have inspired the ten-run drubbing they dealt Wellington on Tuesday. The Raiders put the hurt on the Dukes with a sharp 11-1 victory. The Raiders haven't had any issues with the Dukes recently, as the game was their third consecutive win against them.
Sadie Schulke
| 04/29/25 vs Wellington | 9 |
| 04/26/25 vs Olmsted Falls | 6 |
| 04/24/25 vs Clearview | 8 |
| 04/21/25 @ Keystone | 2 |
| 04/18/25 @ Black River | 4 |
| + 4 more games |
Sadie Schulke was a major factor while hitting and pitching. On the mound, she didn't allow a single earned run while striking out nine over five innings pitched. That's the most strikeouts she has posted over her last nine games. She was also big at the plate, going 1-for-3 with one stolen base, two RBI, and one run.
In other batting news, Bree Heidecker was incredible, getting on base in all four of her plate appearances with two runs, one double, and one RBI. Another player making a difference was Grace Anderson, who went 2-for-4 with two runs, one stolen base, and two RBI.
Columbia was getting hits left and right and finished the game having posted a batting average of .409. They are a perfect 10-0 when they post a batting average of .375 or better.
Meanwhile, Keystone never let their opponents score on Monday. They were the clear victors by a 16-0 margin over Clearview.
Like Columbia, Keystone also got a great game from a two-way player: Samantha Pugh. She looked comfortable on the mound, not allowing a single earned run and allowing only two hits while striking out 13 over five innings pitched. Pugh was also solid in the batter's box, going 2-for-3 with three RBI and one run.
In other batting news, Keystone got a massive performance out of Bristol Foster, who got on base in all four of her plate appearances with three runs, two RBI, and one double. Brooklyn Modock was another key player, going a perfect 2-for-2 with three runs and three RBI.
Columbia's victory bumped their record up to 12-5. As for Keystone, their win bumped their record up to an identical 12-5.
Tuesday's matchup might come down to which pitcher can control the ball better. Columbia has hit smart this season, having averaged an OBP of .501. However, it's not like Keystone struggles in that department as they've averaged .496. With both teams so capable at the plate, fans should be ready for an impressive hitting performance.
Columbia might still be hurting after the 10-0 defeat they got from Keystone in their previous meeting two weeks ago. Will the Raiders have more luck at home instead of on the road? Check MaxPreps after the match for a full breakdown of the game, commentary, and other softball content.
