Colonial Beach is on a three-game streak of home losses, and Westmoreland a four-game streak of away losses. However, someone's due for a change in luck on Thursday. The Colonial Beach Drifters will look to defend their home field against the Westmoreland Eagles at 5:00 p.m. Colonial Beach has given up an average of 15 runs per game this season, but Thursday's game will give them a chance to turn things around.
Colonial Beach lost 12-1 to Westmoreland on Tuesday.
For Westmoreland's part, Emma Burgess made a big impact no matter where she played. On the mound, she struck out eight batters over 3.2 innings while giving up no earned runs off one hit (and not a single walk). Burgess has been consistent : she hasn't tossed less than seven strikeouts any time she's pitched this season. She was also stellar in the batter's box, going a perfect 3-for-3 with six RBI, three runs, and three doubles. That's the most hits she has posted since back in April of 2024.
In other batting news, the team relied heavily on Kahlyn Reeves, who went a perfect 2-for-2 with one triple, one stolen base, and two RBI. Those RBI marked the first that she brought in this season. Aven Clarke was another key player, scoring three runs and stealing a base while getting on base in two of her three plate appearances.
Westmoreland's victory bumped their record up to 3-4. As for Colonial Beach, their loss dropped their record down to 2-5.
Westmoreland's pitching crew has a crucial task ahead of them: Colonial Beach has hit smart this season, having averaged an OBP of .469. It's a different story for Westmoreland, though, as they've only averaged .276. Will they be able to contain Colonial Beach's hitters? Check MaxPreps after the match for a full breakdown of the game, commentary, and other softball content.
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