For the second straight game, Vienna will face off against Goreville. The Eagles will head out on the road to square off against the Blackcats at 4:30 p.m. on Thursday. Vienna has given up an average of 9 runs per game this season, but Thursday's game will give them a chance to turn things around.
Vienna managed to slip by Goreville the last time these teams faced off, but didn't have those same answers this time around. The Eagles came up short against the Blackcats on Tuesday, falling 14-8.
For Goreville's part, Breanna (Brea) Suits made a big impact while hitting and pitching. On the mound, she struck out six batters over seven innings while giving up six earned (and two unearned) runs off eight hits. Suits has been consistent recently: she hasn't given up more than two walks in four consecutive appearances. She was even better at the plate, going 3-for-5 with four RBI, two runs, and two doubles. Those two doubles gave her a new career-high.
In other batting news, Emma Rogers and Elisabeth Trainor did most of the damage at the plate: Rogers went 3-for-4 with two runs, one stolen base, and two RBI, while Trainor went 3-for-5 with four runs and two RBI. That's the most RBI Rogers has posted since back in April. Allison Chamness was another key player, going 1-for-4 with two runs and one stolen base.
Goreville kept the outfield on their toes and finished the game with 14 hits. They easily outclassed their opponents in that department as Vienna only managed eight hits.
Goreville's victory ended a three-game drought on the road and puts them at 8-13. As for Vienna, their defeat dropped their record down to 8-14.
Thursday's matchup will be a test for both teams' pitchers. Vienna hasn't had any issues making contact this season, having earned a batting average of .319. However, it's not like Goreville struggles in that department as they've averaged .325. With both teams so capable at the plate, fans should be ready for an impressive hitting performance. Come back here after the game to get an analysis of the match and other softball content.
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