Petersburg is 0-7 against Sudan since March of 2022 but things could change on Saturday. The Petersburg Buffaloes will host the Sudan Hornets at 11:00 a.m. Keep an eye on the score for this one: the two teams posted some lofty run totals in their previous games.
Having struggled with ten losses in a row dating back to last season, Petersburg turned things around against Ralls on Tuesday. They walked away with a 24-20 win over the Jackrabbits. The Buffaloes' hitters stepped up their game for this one, as that was the most runs they've scored all season.
The team relied heavily on KYNLEE OVALLE, who scored four runs and stole Three bases. while getting on base in all six of her plate appearances. Another player making a difference was E Rendon, who scored three runs while getting on base in five of her six plate appearances.
Petersburg always had someone on base and finished the game having posted an OBP of .592. The last time their OBP was this high was back in February of 2024.
Meanwhile, Sudan came up short against New Home on Tuesday, falling 22-12. Despite running the score up even higher than they did in their prior game two weeks ago (11), the Hornets still had to take the loss.
Sudan got a massive performance out of Daniella Ramirez, who scored two runs while getting on base in all four of her plate appearances. What's more, Ramirez posted two hits, the most she's had since back in February. The team also got some help courtesy of Lillianna Sanchez, who scored two runs while going 3-for-4.
Petersburg's first victory this season bumped their record up to 1-8. As for Sudan, their defeat dropped their record down to 8-7-1.
Saturday's matchup might come down to which pitcher can control the ball better. Petersburg has hit smart this season, having averaged an OBP of .432. However, it's not like Sudan struggles in that department as they've averaged .597. With both teams so capable at the plate, fans should be ready for an impressive hitting performance.
Petersburg suffered a grim 15-7 defeat to Sudan in their previous meeting back in February. Will Petersburg 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.
