Onsted is 0-4 against Clinton since June of 2015 but things could change on Friday. The Wildcats will host the Redwolves at 2:00 p.m. Onsted has given up an average of 8.8 runs per game this season, but Friday's game will give them a chance to turn things around.
Onsted is headed into Friday's match looking for a big change in momentum after dropping their fourth straight game on Wednesday. They came up short against Erie-Mason, falling 16-10. Even if the Wildcats couldn't come away with the win, the high-scoring effort was a great turnaround for their hitters, which had struggled int the games prior.
Meanwhile, Clinton posted their closest victory since April 12th on Wednesday. They skirted past Brighton 3-1.
Ashlynn Benschoter spent all seven innings on the mound, and it's clear why: she surrendered only one earned run on three hits and racked up six Ks. She has been consistent recently: she hasn't tossed less than five strikeouts in four consecutive appearances.
On the hitting side, Lydia Ormsby was excellent, going 2-for-3 with one triple and one RBI. Calli Kruger was another key player, going 2-for-3 with one double and one RBI.
Clinton's win was their fourth straight at home, which pushed their record up to 12-8. Those home victories came thanks in part to their pitching effort, having only surrendered 0.8 runs on average over those games. As for Onsted, their defeat dropped their record down to 5-10.
Onsted suffered a grim 10-0 defeat to Clinton when the teams last played on May 9th. Will the Wildcats have more luck at home instead of on the road? Check MaxPreps after the action for a full breakdown of the game and more softball content.
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