Bowsher hasn't had much luck against Rogers recently, but that could start to change on Tuesday. The BlueRacers will host the Rams at 5:00 p.m. The two teams are sauntering into the matchup backed by comfortable wins in their prior games.
Bowsher is headed in fresh off scoring the most runs they have all season. They put the hurt on Start with a sharp 18-3 victory on Monday. The high-scoring effort was just what the BlueRacers needed considering they were shut out in their previous match.
The team relied heavily on Mi'Yonnah Gordon, who went a perfect 3-for-3 with four runs, three RBI, and one triple. That triple marked the first that she has hit this season. Another player making a difference was Alycia Ahmed, who got on base in all four of her plate appearances with three stolen bases and two runs.
Bowsher always had someone on base and finished the game having posted an OBP of .647. That's the best OBP they've posted all season.
Meanwhile, Rogers came into Monday's game having lost four straight, but that streak is now in the rearview. Everything went their way against Scott on Monday as they made off with a 27-6 win. That looming 27-6 mark stands out as the most commanding margin for the Rams yet this season.
Rylie Mundt was a major factor no matter where she played. She struck out ten batters over three innings while giving up no earned runs off one hit (and only one walk). She has been consistent recently: she hasn't given up more than two walks in three consecutive appearances. She was also big at the plate, going 3-for-5 with four runs, two stolen bases, and three RBI.
In other batting news, Rogers got a massive performance out of Charity Murphy, who went 2-for-4 with four stolen bases, two runs, and one triple. Da'Mya Boles was another key player, going 2-for-4 with one home run, three runs, and three RBI.
Rogers' victory bumped their record up to 4-6. As for Bowsher, their win (their first of the season) made their record 1-7.
The pitchers for both teams better look sharp on Tuesday as neither team is afraid to steal. Bowsher has been swiping bases left and right this season, having averaged 3.5 stolen bases per game. However, it's not like Rogers struggles in that department as they've been averaging 7 stolen bases. The only question left is which team can snag more. Check MaxPreps after the match for a full breakdown of the game, commentary, and other softball content.
