Jefferson Area and Geneva are an even 3-3 against one another since May of 2015, but likely not for long. The Jefferson Area Falcons will be playing in front of their home fans against the Geneva Eagles at 4:30 p.m. on Monday. Jefferson Area is out to stop a five-game streak of losses at home.
Jefferson Area will head into Thursday's game on the come-up: they were handed a 13-run defeat in their previous outing, but they didn't let that bad energy affect their game against Madison on Thursday. Jefferson Area came out on top in a nail-biter against Madison and snuck past 7-5.
Olivia Lewis spent all seven innings on the mound, and it's clear why: she surrendered just two earned (and three unearned) runs on nine hits.
At the plate, the team relied heavily on Marillia Matuz, who scored a run while going 4-for-4. The team also got some help courtesy of Gabby Barress, who scored two runs while going 3-for-4.
Meanwhile, Geneva put the finishing touches on their seventh blowout victory of the season on Thursday. They put the hurt on Rocky River with a sharp 14-2 win.
Annabelle Bragg made a big impact no matter where she played. She looked comfortable on the mound, striking out six batters over five innings while giving up just one earned (and one unearned) run off three hits (and only one walk). Bragg has been consistent recently: she hasn't given up more than two walks in four consecutive pitching appearances. Bragg was also stellar in the batter's box, firing off two home runs and seven RBI while going 3-for-4.
In other batting news, Alyssa Palmisano was incredible, going 3-for-3 with a home run, four RBI, and two runs. Savanna Burton was another key contributor, scoring three runs and stealing a base while going 2-for-3.
Jefferson Area's victory bumped their record up to 7-9. As for Geneva, their win bumped their record up to 9-11.
Monday's contest might come down to which pitcher can control the ball better. Jefferson Area has hit smart this season, having averaged an OBP of .447. However, it's not like Geneva struggles in that department as they've averaged .444. With both teams so capable at the plate, fans should be ready for an impressive hitting performance.
Jefferson Area might still be hurting after the 21-11 loss they got from Geneva when the teams last played last Tuesday. Will Jefferson Area 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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