Woodlawn is 0-5 against Jackson-Olin since March of 2015 but things could change on Friday. The Colonels will square off against the Mustangs at 5:00 p.m. Given that the two teams suffered a loss in their last games, they both have a little extra motivation heading into this game.
Woodlawn is headed into Friday's matchup looking for a big change in momentum after dropping their seventh straight game on Tuesday. They were a single run away from ending the streak, but they lost a 7-6 heartbreaker at the hands of Wenonah.
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Deitric Young made the most of his time at bat despite the final result and scored two runs and stole three bases while going 1-for-1. He has been hot recently, having posted two or more stolen bases the last three times he's played. The team also got some help courtesy of Santerious Mccord, who scored two runs and stole three bases while getting on base in all three of his plate appearances.
Meanwhile, Jackson-Olin fell victim to Homewood and their airtight pitching crew on Thursday. They came up short against the Patriots, falling 23-0. The Mustangs have struggled against the Patriots recently, as the game was their third consecutive lost meeting.
Jackson-Olin's defeat dropped their record down to 2-15. As for Woodlawn, their loss dropped their record down to 3-11.
Friday's contest might come down to which pitcher can control the ball better. Woodlawn has hit smart this season, having averaged an OBP of .433. However, it's not like Jackson-Olin struggles in that department as they've averaged .448. With both teams so capable at the plate, fans should be ready for an impressive hitting performance.
Woodlawn couldn't quite finish off Jackson-Olin when the teams last played back in March of 2024 and fell 5-3. Can the Colonels avenge their defeat or is history doomed to repeat itself? We'll find out soon enough.
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