Liberty hasn't had much luck against Boulder Creek recently, but that could start to change on Tuesday. The Lions will host the Jaguars at 3:45 p.m.
Liberty is headed into Tuesday's matchup looking for a big change in momentum after dropping their ninth straight game on Thursday. They fell 7-2 to Perry.
Haley Horst put in work no matter where she played. She tossed three innings while giving up no earned runs off two hits. Horst was also big at the plate, going 1-for-3 with one home run and two RBI. That home run was her first of the season.
Horst wasn't the only one making solid contact as four players wound up with at least one hit. One of them was Brooklyn Calsyn, who went 1-for-2 with one run.
Meanwhile, Boulder Creek faced Mountain Ridge in a battle between two of the state's top teams on Thursday. The Jaguars sure made it a nail-biter, but they managed to escape with a 3-2 win over the Mountain Lions.
Avery Gurr tossed a big game, not allowing a single earned run and allowing only two hits over five innings pitched. She has been nothing but reliable on the mound: she hasn't given up more than two walks in ten consecutive appearances.
Liberty's defeat dropped their record down to 6-14-1. As for Boulder Creek, their victory bumped their record up to 19-6.
Tuesday's contest will be a test for both teams' pitchers. Liberty hasn't had any issues making contact this season, having earned a batting average of .313. However, it's not like Boulder Creek struggles in that department as they've averaged .375. With both teams so capable at the plate, fans should be ready for an impressive hitting performance. Check MaxPreps after the action for a full breakdown of the game and more softball content.
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