Softball Game Preview: Oostburg Flying Dutchmen vs. Reedsville Panthers

By Team Reports Apr 26, 2024, 4:35am

Softball Preview: Oostburg Flying Dutchmen vs. Reedsville Panthers

Oostburg is 0-8 against Reedsville since April of 2016 but they'll have a chance to close the gap a little bit on Friday. The Oostburg Flying Dutchmen will be playing at home against the Reedsville Panthers at 4:30 p.m.

Oostburg is is headed into Friday's match looking for a big change in momentum after dropping their third straight game on Tuesday. They fell just short of Hilbert by a score of 8-6.

Cassie Tenhaken spent all seven innings on the mound, and it's clear why: she surrendered four earned (and four unearned) runs on 12 hits. She has been nothing but reliable: she hasn't pitched less than six innings in four consecutive pitching appearances.

At the plate, Crystal Dulmes was cooking despite her team's loss, scoring two runs and stealing a base while going 3-for-4.

Meanwhile, it was close, but on Tuesday Reedsville sidestepped St. Mary Catholic for a 6-4 win. The victory made it back-to-back wins for Reedsville.

Oostburg's defeat dropped their record down to 4-7. As for Reedsville, their victory was their third straight on the road, which pushed their record up to 4-5.

Oostburg suffered a grim 11-4 defeat to Reedsville in their previous matchup back in April of 2023. Will Oostburg have more luck at home instead of on the road? Check back here after the action for a full breakdown and analysis of the contest.

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