The Scotia-Glenville Tartans will venture away from home to square off against the Queensbury Spartans at 4:30 p.m. on Friday. The two teams are strolling into their games after big wins in their previous games.
On Wednesday, Scotia-Glenville got the win against Hudson Falls by a conclusive 11-4. The Tartans might be getting used to big wins seeing as the team has won four matches by seven runs or more this season.
Keeley Kristel
| 04/23/25 vs Hudson Falls | 8 |
| 04/21/25 @ Broadalbin-Perth | 13 |
| 04/17/25 @ South Glens Falls | 9 |
| 04/15/25 vs Queensbury | 5 |
| 04/14/25 vs Gloversville | 9 |
| + 2 more games |
Keeley Kristel made a big impact while hitting and pitching. She struck out eight batters over seven innings while giving up just one earned (and three unearned) runs off six hits. She has been consistent: she hasn't tossed less than five strikeouts in seven consecutive appearances. She was also big at the plate, going 2-for-3 with two runs, one triple, and two RBI.
In other batting news, the team relied heavily on Emma Klejsmyt, who went 1-for-2 with one triple, one run, and one RBI. Rose Malone also deserves some recognition as she snagged her first stolen base of the season.
Meanwhile, Queensbury waltzed into their contest on Wednesday with two straight wins... but they left with three. They were the clear victors by a 16-1 margin over the Huskies/Dragons. The result was nothing new for the Spartans, who have now won four games by 12 runs or more so far this season.
Like Scotia-Glenville, Queensbury also got a great game from a two-way player: Kaylee Heritage. She looked comfortable on the mound, striking out six batters over five innings while giving up just one earned run off one hit. Heritage was also solid in the batter's box, getting on base in all three of her plate appearances with two RBI. That's the most RBI she has posted since back in April of 2024.
In other batting news, Ava Goertzen was a standout: she got on base in all four of her plate appearances with three stolen bases, three runs, and one double. That's the most runs she has posted since back in April of 2024. Another player making a difference was Mckenna Hazelton, who went a perfect 3-for-3 with three runs, three RBI, and two doubles.
Queensbury kept the outfield on their toes and finished the game with 12 hits. That's a new trend for them: they were averaging 5.4 hits per game earlier this season, but in their last 15 matches they've averaged 9.4.
Scotia-Glenville pushed their record up to 7-2 with the win, which was their sixth straight at home dating back to last season. Those home victories came thanks in part to their hitting performance across that stretch, as they averaged 11.3 runs over those games. As for Queensbury, their record is now 4-6.
Friday's contest will be a test for both teams' pitchers. Scotia-Glenville hasn't had any issues making contact this season, having earned a batting average of .317. However, it's not like Queensbury struggles in that department as they've averaged .319. With both teams so capable at the plate, fans should be ready for an impressive hitting performance.
Everything went Scotia-Glenville's way against Queensbury in their previous matchup last Tuesday, as Scotia-Glenville made off with a 14-2 win. The rematch might be a little tougher for the Tartans since the squad won't have the home-field advantage this time around. We'll see if the change in venue makes a difference.
