The Norview Pilots will take on the Bayside Marlins at 4:30 p.m. on Friday. Norview has given up an average of 10.9 runs per game this season, but Friday's game will give them a chance to turn things around.
Tuesday just wasn't the day for Norview's offense. They came up short against Granby on Tuesday, falling 15-0. Having soared to a lofty 21 runs in the game before, the Pilots' shutout was a dramatic turnaround.
Meanwhile, after a string of three wins, Bayside's good fortune finally ran out on Thursday. They fell just short of Cox by a score of 5-4.
Kennedy Allen spent all seven innings on the mound, and it's clear why: she surrendered just two earned (and three unearned) runs on eight hits.
On the hitting side, Madison Matthews made the most of her time at bat despite the final result and went 3-for-4 with two RBI, one run, and one double. Kayleigh Leeland-Powell was another key player, going 2-for-4 with one run and one RBI.
Norview's loss was their fourth straight at home, which dropped their record down to 2-7. As for Bayside, their defeat dropped their record down to 5-9.
Norview's speedy runners might be the difference in Friday's matchup. The Pilots have been swiping bases left and right this season, having averaged 4.8 stolen bases per game. It's a different story for Bayside, though, as they've been averaging only 1 stolen bases. Will they be able to secure the bases, or will Norview continue to outrun the ball?
Norview might still be hurting after the 10-0 loss they got from Bayside in their previous meeting back in May of 2023. Will the Pilots 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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