Softball Game Preview: Martinsville Pirates vs. Apple Springs Eagles

By Team Reports Apr 23, 2024, 1:18pm

Softball Preview: Martinsville Pirates vs. Apple Springs Eagles

The Martinsville Pirates will head out on the road to take on the Apple Springs Eagles at 5:30 p.m. on Tuesday. Martinsville is coming into the matchup on a six-game losing streak.

Martinsville's hitters might be in the hot seat on Tuesday considering what happened against Timpson last Friday. They fell victim to a rough 20-0 loss at the hands of the Bears.

Meanwhile, Apple Springs can finally bid farewell to their 25-game losing streak dating back to last season thanks to their game on Monday. They were the clear victor by a 38-23 margin over Zavalla. Apple Springs' hitters stepped up their game for this one, as that was the most runs they've scored all season.

Chloe Aycock was a standout: she got on base in six of her eight plate appearances with seven stolen bases, six runs, and six RBI. Sophie Oldham was another key contributor, getting on base in six of her eight plate appearances with six stolen bases, four runs, and four RBI.

Martinsville's defeat dropped their record down to 5-9. As for Apple Springs, their victory ended an 11-game drought on the road dating back to last season and puts them at 1-18.

Martinsville took their win against Apple Springs when the teams last played back in February by a conclusive 11-1. Will Martinsville repeat their success, or does Apple Springs have a new game plan this time around? We'll find out soon enough.

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