Softball Preview: Westbrook Knights vs. North Branford Thunderbirds
Westbrook is 0-9 against North Branford since April of 2015 but they'll have a chance to close the gap a little bit on Tuesday. The Westbrook Knights will be playing in front of their home fans against the North Branford Thunderbirds at 4:00 p.m.
Westbrook is headed into their home opener looking to turn things around after opening their season on the road. They fell victim to a rough 13-1 defeat at the hands of Haddam-Killingworth back in March. The loss means Westbrook is still on the hunt for the season's first 'W'.
Meanwhile, North Branford put another one in the bag on Monday to keep their perfect season alive. They had just enough and edged Hale Ray out 3-1.
Kiley Mullins spent all seven innings on the mound, and it's clear why: she surrendered one run (which was unearned) on two hits and racked up ten Ks. She has been consistent recently: she hasn't tossed less than five strikeouts every time she's pitched this season.
At the plate, North Branford saw three different players step up and record at least one hit. One of them was Lexi Falcioni, who scored a run while going 1-for-3.
Westbrook might still be hurting after the 18-1 defeat they got from North Branford in their previous matchup back in April of 2023. Can Westbrook avenge their loss or is history doomed to repeat itself? We'll find out soon enough.
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