For the second straight game, Riesel will face off against Hubbard. The Indians are taking a road trip to challenge the Jaguars at 4:30 p.m. on Friday. Riesel is coming into the contest hot, having won their last six games.
On Tuesday, Riesel made easy work of Hubbard and carried off a 12-2 win. Considering the Indians have won eight matchups by more than six runs this season, Tuesday's blowout was nothing new.
Kyleigh Benton (UAM)
| 04/08/25 vs Hubbard | 7 |
| 04/01/25 vs Abbott | 12 |
| 03/28/25 vs Dawson | 7 |
| 03/25/25 @ Dawson | 13 |
| 03/21/25 @ Mart | 10 |
Kyleigh Benton (UAM) made a splash no matter where she played. She looked comfortable on the mound, not allowing a single earned run and allowing only two hits while striking out seven over five innings pitched. She has been consistent : she hasn't tossed less than seven strikeouts in five consecutive appearances. She was also solid in the batter's box, scoring a run while going 1-for-2.
In other batting news, the team relied heavily on Camdyn Benton, who went 2-for-3 with one home run, three RBI, and two runs. That home run marked the first that she launched this season. Another player making a difference was Addi Cope, who scored two runs while going 2-for-3.
Riesel was getting hits left and right and finished the game having posted a batting average of .385. That was just more of the same: they've now posted a batting average of .385 or higher in three consecutive games.
Riesel pushed their record up to 8-4 with the victory, which was their 16th straight at home dating back to last season. Those home wins came thanks in part to their pitching effort, having only surrendered 2.1 runs on average over those games. As for Hubbard, they have been struggling recently as they've lost six of their last seven contests. That's put a noticeable dent in their 10-8-2 record this season.
Friday's match will be a test for both teams' pitchers. Riesel hasn't had any issues making contact this season, having earned a batting average of .410. However, it's not like Hubbard struggles in that department as they've averaged .323. With both teams so capable at the plate, fans should be ready for an impressive hitting performance. Check back here after the action for a full breakdown and analysis of the contest.
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