Softball Game Preview: North Bullitt Eagles vs. Bethlehem Eagles/Banshees

By Team Reports May 6, 2025, 1:51am

Softball Preview: North Bullitt Eagles vs. Bethlehem Eagles/Banshees

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North Bullitt is 0-4 against Bethlehem since April of 2018 but things could change on Tuesday. The Eagles will host the Eagles/Banshees at 5:30 p.m. North Bullitt knows how to get runs on the board -- the squad has finished with ten runs or more in their past three games -- so hopefully Bethlehem likes a good challenge.

North Bullitt's pitching crew heads into the contest hoping to repeat the dominance they displayed on Wednesday. They were the clear victors by a 15-0 margin over Bullitt Central. The victory continues a trend for the Eagles in their matchups with the Cougars: they've now won eight in a row.

Amree Hammons and Kylie McRoberts were major factors no matter where they played. Throwing, Hammons tossed two innings while giving up no earned runs or hits. Meanwhile, McRoberts tossed 1.2 innings while giving up no earned runs or hits. Hammons has been nothing but reliable on the mound: she hasn't given up more than two walks in nine consecutive appearances. At the plate, Hammons went 2-for-3 with two runs, one stolen base, and one double, while McRoberts went a perfect 2-for-2 with two runs, one stolen base, and two RBI. That stolen base was Hammons' first of the season.

Addison Ferguson

Triples (Career)

04/30/25 vs Bullitt Central2
04/28/25 vs Collins1
03/17/25 vs DuPont Manual1
05/09/24 vs Jeffersontown1
04/30/24 vs Shelby County1

In other batting news, Addison Ferguson was incredible, going a perfect 3-for-3 with four runs, two triples, and one stolen base. Those two triples gave her a new career-high. Another player making a difference was Kaigen Kamber, who went 2-for-4 with two runs, one triple, and one double.

North Bullitt kept the outfield on their toes and finished the game with 16 hits. That strong performance was nothing new for the team: they've now got at least nine hits in three consecutive matches.

Meanwhile, Monday just wasn't the day for Bethlehem's offense. They came up short against Ballard on Monday, falling 10-0. Having soared to a lofty 15 runs in the game before, the Eagles/Banshees' shutout was a dramatic turnaround.

Bethlehem saw two different players step up and record at least one hit. One of them was Alexis Hume, who went 1-for-2 with one double.

Bethlehem has also traveled a rocky road recently, having lost four of their last five games. That's put a noticeable dent in their 20-14 record this season. As for North Bullitt, their win bumped their record up to 6-10.

Tuesday's contest might come down to which pitcher can control the ball better. North Bullitt has hit smart this season, having averaged an OBP of .471. However, it's not like Bethlehem struggles in that department as they've averaged .460. With both teams so capable at the plate, fans should be ready for an impressive hitting performance.

North Bullitt suffered a grim 14-4 defeat to Bethlehem in their previous matchup back in March. Will the Eagles have more luck at home instead of on the road? Check MaxPreps after the action for a full breakdown of the game and more softball content.

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