Softball Game Preview: Plano Reapers vs. Johnsburg Skyhawks

The Plano Reapers are taking a road trip to square off against the Johnsburg Skyhawks at 4:30 p.m. on Thursday. The two teams have had a bumpy ride up to this point with three consecutive losses for Plano and five for Johnsburg.

Woodstock hit Plano with a five-run seventh inning on Tuesday, which goes a long way in explaining the final result. The Reapers took a 10-6 hit to the loss column at the hands of the Blue Streaks.

Lindsey Cocks was cooking despite her team's loss, going 3-for-4 with two stolen bases, two runs, and two RBI.

Meanwhile, Johnsburg came up short against Marengo on Tuesday, falling 14-4.

Johnsburg saw four different players step up and record at least one hit. One of them was Sarah Nethaway, who went 1-for-3 with one run.

Plano's loss dropped their record down to 6-15-1. As for Johnsburg, their defeat dropped their record down to 7-14.

Johnsburg's pitching crew has a crucial task ahead of them: Plano hasn't had any issues making contact this season, having earned a batting average of .319. It's a different story for Johnsburg, though, as they've only averaged .225. Will they be able to contain Plano's hitters? Check back here after the action for a full breakdown and analysis of the contest.