The Seaforth Hawks will head out to take on the North Moore Mustangs at 6:00 p.m. on Friday. Seaforth has given up an average of 10.2 runs per game this season, so hopefully the team got some pitching drills in this week.
Seaforth lost 13-7 to Lee County on Wednesday.
Annika Johansson made the most of her time at bat despite the final result and scored two runs while going 1-for-3.
Meanwhile, North Moore got the win against Bartlett Yancey on Tuesday by a conclusive 17-1. Considering the Mustangs have won three contests by more than eight runs this season, Tuesday's blowout was nothing new.
The team relied heavily on Lyla Nelson, who went a perfect 3-for-3 with one home run, three runs, and three RBI. That's the most hits she has posted since back in February of 2024. Another player making a difference was Calissa Clendenin, who went 2-for-3 with two triples, one run, and one RBI.
North Moore kept the outfield on their toes and finished the game with 12 hits. That strong performance was nothing new for the team: they've now got at least nine hits every time they've taken the field this season.
Seaforth dropped their record down to 3-3 with the loss, which was their fifth straight at home dating back to last season. As for North Moore, their record now sits at 5-1.
Friday's matchup might come down to which pitcher can control the ball better. Seaforth has hit smart this season, having averaged an OBP of .439. However, it's not like North Moore struggles in that department as they've averaged .545. With both teams so capable at the plate, fans should be ready for an impressive hitting performance.
Seaforth couldn't quite finish off North Moore in their previous matchup back in April of 2024 and fell 4-2. Can Seaforth avenge their defeat or is history doomed to repeat itself? We'll find out soon enough.
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