For the second straight game, Linden will face off against Big Valley Christian. Linden will challenge Big Valley Christian at 4:00 p.m. on Thursday. Linden is coming into the matchup hot, having won their last nine games.
Fans were treated to a battle of the Lions on Tuesday. Linden skirted past Big Valley Christian 5-3. That's two games straight that Linden has won by exactly two runs.
Cambel Dunn looked comfortable as she pitched three innings while giving up no earned runs off two hits. She has been consistent : she hasn't given up more than two walks in eight consecutive appearances.
At the plate, the team relied heavily on Olivia Fears, who scored a run and stole three bases while going 2-for-3. That's the most stolen bases she has posted since back in May of 2024.
Linden hit smart and finished the game with only one strikeout. The team's really been improving in that area: they've now improved their strikeout total in three consecutive games.
Linden pushed their record up to 11-5 with the victory, which was their sixth straight at home. The home wins came thanks in part to their hitting performance across that stretch, as they averaged 10.2 runs over those games. As for Big Valley Christian, their loss dropped their record down to 7-14.
Thursday's contest will be a test for both teams' pitchers. Linden hasn't had any issues making contact this season, having earned a batting average of .386. However, it's not like Big Valley Christian struggles in that department as they've averaged .316. With both teams so capable at the plate, fans should be ready for an impressive hitting performance. Check MaxPreps after the match for a full breakdown of the game, commentary, and other softball content.
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