After five games on the road, Meek is heading back home. They will take on the Winston County Yellowjackets at 4:30 p.m. on Thursday. Meek is strutting in with some hitting muscle, as they've averaged 7.6 runs per game this season.
Last Monday, Meek came up short against Cold Springs and fell 10-7.
Addyson Williams was cooking despite her team's loss, scoring two runs and stealing two bases while going 1-for-3. She has been hot recently, having posted at least one stolen base the last four times she's played. Another player making a difference was Chloe Gilliland, who scored a run and stole a base while going 2-for-4.
Meanwhile, Winston County put the finishing touches on their seventh blowout victory of the season on Monday. They blew past Shoals Christian 15-1. Winning may never get old, but Winston County sure is getting used to it with their third in a row.
NEVAEH TAYLOR looked comfortable as she didn't allow a single earned run and only one hit over four innings pitched.
On the hitting side, Winston County let MARLI STEWART and Lizzy Bass loose on the outfield. STEWART scored three runs while going 3-for-3, while Bass scored two runs and stole three bases while going 3-for-3. Caleigh Cobb was another key contributor, scoring a run and stealing two bases while going 1-for-4.
Meek's loss ended a three-game streak of away wins and brought them to 12-6. As for Winston County, they are on a roll lately: they've won seven of their last eight matchups, which provided a nice bump to their 14-4 record this season.
Thursday's game might come down to which pitcher can control the ball better. Meek has hit smart this season, having averaged an OBP of .437. However, it's not like Winston County struggles in that department as they've averaged .454. With both teams so capable at the plate, fans should be ready for an impressive hitting performance.
Meek couldn't quite finish off Winston County in their previous meeting back in April of 2023 and fell 10-8. Will Meek have more luck at home instead of on the road? Check MaxPreps after the match for a full breakdown of the game, commentary, and other softball content.
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