Softball Game Preview: Platt Plays at Home

By Team Reports Apr 30, 2024, 4:30am

Softball Preview: Platt Panthers vs. Hall Titans

Platt is on a six-game streak of home losses (dating back to last season), Hall a 13-game streak of away losses (dating back to last season), but someone's luck is about to change. The Platt Panthers will take on the Hall Titans at 3:45 p.m. on Wednesday. Hall took a loss in their last matchup and will be looking to turn the tables on Platt, who comes in off a win.

On Monday, Platt narrowly escaped with a win as the squad sidled past Avon 5-4.

Amelia Gostskowski made a big impact while hitting and pitching. On the mound, she struck out nine batters over seven innings while giving up just one earned (and three unearned) runs off three hits. Gostskowski has been consistent recently: she hasn't pitched less than five innings in seven consecutive pitching appearances. Gostskowski was also big at the plate, going 2-for-3 with three RBI.

In other batting news, the team relied heavily on Anna Gostkowski, who scored a run and stole a base while getting on base in three of her four plate appearances. Another player making a difference was Arianna Cortes-Campbell, who went 1-for-3 with two RBI.

Meanwhile, Friday just wasn't the day for Hall's offense. They lost 15-0 to Conard on Friday.

Platt made their fans wait, but they earned their first win of the season to make their record 1-10. As for Hall, their defeat dropped their record down to 0-4.

Platt might still be hurting after the 8-0 loss they got from Hall when the teams last played back in April of 2021. Will Platt 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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