The Amsterdam Rams will challenge the Mayfield Panthers at 4:30 p.m. on Thursday. Amsterdam has given up an average of 12.8 runs per game this season, but Thursday's game will give them a chance to turn things around.
Amsterdam lost 13-4 to Glens Falls on Wednesday. The Rams haven't had much luck with the Indians recently, as the team has come up short the last six times they've met.
Trinity Lopez and Leila Brooks did some serious damage despite the final result: Lopez went 2-for-3 with two doubles and one RBI, while Brooks went 2-for-4 with one stolen base, one run, and one double. Those hits were Brooks' first of the season.
Meanwhile, Mayfield started off well but failed to capitalize on an early lead against Duanesburg. They fell just short of the Eagles by a score of 3-1 on Wednesday.
Chloe Jandik spent all seven innings on the mound, and it's clear why: she surrendered three earned runs on nine hits and racked up seven Ks. Those seven strikeouts set a new season-high mark for her.
On the hitting side, Mayfield saw two different players step up and record at least one hit. One of them was Aubrey Byrns, who went 1-for-3 with one stolen base and one RBI.
Mayfield's defeat dropped their record down to 1-5. As for Amsterdam, their loss dropped their record down to 2-9.
The pitchers for both teams better look sharp on Thursday as neither team is afraid to steal. Amsterdam has been swiping bases left and right this season, having averaged 4.9 stolen bases per game. However, it's not like Mayfield struggles in that department as they've been averaging an even more impressive 2.7 stolen bases. The only question left is which team can snag more.
Amsterdam might still be hurting after the 19-6 defeat they got from Mayfield in their previous matchup back in April of 2022. Will the Rams 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.
