For the first time this season, Carroll will have a chance to prove themselves in a conference matchup on Tuesday. They will head out to challenge the Headland Rams at 5:00 p.m. Neither of those teams managed to put together many runs in their previous contests, so the offenses might be a little more motivated than usual.
Last Thursday, Carroll didn't have quite enough to beat Geneva County and fell 3-2. The game marked the Eagles' lowest-scoring contest so far this season.
Carroll saw three different players step up and record at least one hit. One of them was Natalie Draper, who scored a run while going 1-for-3.
Meanwhile, Thursday just wasn't the day for Headland's offense. They lost 11-0 to Houston Academy on Thursday. The Rams' loss signaled the end of their five-game winning streak.
Carroll's defeat dropped their record down to 4-2. As for Headland, their loss was their first of the season and makes their record 5-1.
Tuesday's matchup might come down to which pitcher can control the ball better. Carroll has hit smart this season, having averaged an OBP of .566. However, it's not like Headland struggles in that department as they've averaged .476. With both teams so capable at the plate, fans should be ready for an impressive hitting performance.
Carroll came up short against Headland when the teams last played back in April of 2024, falling 7-3. Can Carroll avenge their defeat or is history doomed to repeat itself? We'll find out soon enough.
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