The Franklin Heights Falcons will head out on the road to take on the Delaware Christian Eagles at 12:00 p.m. on Saturday. The squads are rolling into the game with opposing streaks: Franklin Heights has struggled recently with six losses in a row, while Delaware Christian will arrive with five straight victories.
Franklin Heights lost 14-8 to Grandview Heights on Wednesday.
Ryleigh Daniel stepped up to lead a balanced group of hitters: she went 4-for-5 with four stolen bases, three RBI, and one run. The team also got some help courtesy of McKayla Lemon, who went a perfect 3-for-3 with three stolen bases and two runs.
Meanwhile, Delaware Christian got the win against Northside Christian on Thursday by a conclusive 24-6. The Eagles might be getting used to big wins seeing as the team has won five contests by ten runs or more this season.
Delaware Christian let Katie Hobbs and Ashlyn McCoy run wild. Hobbs went a perfect 4-for-4 with four stolen bases, five runs, and three RBI, while McCoy went a perfect 4-for-4 with six RBI, two runs, and one triple. Those six RBI gave McCoy a new career-high. Ellia Edmonds was another key player, getting on base in four of her five plate appearances with two stolen bases, three runs, and one double.
Delaware Christian always had someone on base and finished the game having posted an OBP of .727. They are 6-2 when they post an OBP of .513 or better.
Delaware Christian now has a winning record of 6-5. As for Franklin Heights, their defeat dropped their record down to 2-15.
Saturday's match might come down to which pitcher can control the ball better. Franklin Heights has hit smart this season, having averaged an OBP of .514. However, it's not like Delaware Christian struggles in that department as they've averaged .547. With both teams so capable at the plate, fans should be ready for an impressive hitting performance. Come back here after the game to get an analysis of the match and other softball content.
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