Callisburg hasn't had much luck against Ponder recently, but that could start to change on Thursday. The Wildcats will look to defend their home field against the Lions at 5:00 p.m. Callisburg has given up an average of 16.6 runs per game this season, but Thursday's game will give them a chance to turn things around.
Callisburg is headed into Thursday's match looking for a big change in momentum after dropping their 11th straight game last Monday. They lost 17-0 to Boyd.
Meanwhile, Ponder fell victim to Boyd and their airtight pitching crew on Tuesday. They took a 3-0 hit to the loss column at the hands of the Yellowjackets. The Lions haven't had much luck with the Yellowjackets recently, as the team has come up short the last eight times they've met.
Vada Cochrum spent all seven innings on the mound, and it's clear why: she surrendered three runs (all of which were unearned) on three hits.
Callisburg's defeat dropped their record down to 2-13. As for Ponder, their loss dropped their record down to 11-5.
Callisburg's speedy runners might be the difference in Thursday's contest. The Wildcats have been swiping bases left and right this season, having averaged 3.2 stolen bases per game. It's a different story for Ponder, though, as they've been averaging only 1.3 stolen bases. Will they be able to secure the bases, or will Callisburg continue to outrun the ball?
Callisburg suffered a grim 14-2 defeat to Ponder when the teams last played back in March. 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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