Softball Game Preview: Hertford County Bears vs. Camden County Bruins
By Team Reports
Apr 10, 2025, 2:44am
Softball Preview: Hertford County Bears vs. Camden County Bruins
Hertford County is 0-6 against Camden County since March of 2019 but things could change on Thursday. The Bears will head out to challenge the Bruins at 5:00 p.m. Hertford County has given up an average of 16.9 runs per game this season, but Thursday's game will give them a chance to turn things around.
Hertford County is headed into Thursday's contest looking for a big change in momentum after dropping their ninth straight game on Wednesday. They lost 15-0 to North East Carolina Prep.
Meanwhile, there's no place like home for Camden County, who bounced back after a loss on the road last Wednesday. Their pitchers stepped up to hand Northeastern a 15-0 shutout on Friday. Considering the Bruins have won six matches by more than six runs this season, Friday's blowout was nothing new.
Ava Frisbie was a major factor no matter where she played. She looked comfortable on the mound, striking out seven batters over three innings while giving up no earned runs or hits (and not a single walk). She has been consistent : she hasn't given up more than two walks in eight consecutive appearances. She was also solid in the batter's box, scoring two runs while going 1-for-1. The dominant performance also gave her a new career-high in RBI (two).
In other batting news, Ellie Barker was excellent, scoring a run and stealing two bases while going 1-for-1. Campbell Beasley was another key player, scoring a run and stealing two bases.
Camden County hit smart and finished the game with only one strikeout. The team has now struck out at least five batters in three consecutive games.
Hertford County's loss dropped their record down to 1-13. As for Camden County, their record is now 8-5.
Hertford County might still be hurting after the 7-0 defeat they got from Camden County in their previous meeting back in April of 2024. Can the Bears avenge their loss or is history doomed to repeat itself? We'll find out soon enough.
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