Preview: Todd County Central Rebels vs. Bowling Green Purples
The Todd County Central Rebels will play host again on Saturday to welcome the Bowling Green Purples, where first pitch is scheduled at 11:00 a.m. Expect the scorekeeper to be kept busy: if their previous games are any indication, both teams will really light up the scoreboard.
Todd County Central gave up the first runs on Friday, but they didn't let that get them down. They blew past Metcalfe County 11-1.
Addison Woodall made a splash no matter where she played. She struck out 12 batters over five innings while giving up just one earned run off four hits. Woodall was also stellar in the batter's box, scoring a run and stealing four bases while getting on base in all three of her plate appearances.
In other batting news, Abby Williams was incredible, scoring two runs and stealing three bases while getting on base in all four of her plate appearances. Naomi Gammon was another key contributor, scoring three runs while going 2-for-4.
Meanwhile, Bowling Green came into Thursday's matchup having lost 14 straight, but that streak is now in the rearview. They narrowly escaped with a victory as the squad sidled past Grayson County 11-9. Bowling Green's hitters stepped up their game for this one, as that was the most runs they've scored all season.
Keyara Hudson was a standout: she went 3-for-4 with four RBI, two doubles, and a run. Another player making a difference was Emma Lindsey, who went 3-for-4 with three RBI and a double.
Todd County Central pushed their record up to 3-1 with that win, which was their fifth straight at home dating back to last season. Those victories were due in large part to their hitting performance across that stretch, as they averaged 9.6 runs per game. As for Bowling Green, their victory (their first of the season) made their record 1-6.
Bowling Green's pitching crew has a tough task ahead of them: Todd County Central has hit smart this season, having averaged an OBP of .476. It's a different story for Bowling Green, though, as they've only averaged .287. Will they be able to contain Todd County Central's hitters?
Todd County Central suffered a grim 15-0 defeat to Bowling Green in their previous matchup back in May of 2019. Will Todd County Central 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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