The Morehead Panthers will look to defend their home field on Tuesday against the McMichael Phoenix at 6:00 p.m. Each of these teams will be battling to keep a three-game winning streak alive.
Last Saturday, Morehead was able to grind out a solid win over Rockingham County, taking the game 7-3.
Saillie Aheron was a major factor while hitting and pitching. She looked comfortable on the mound, pitching seven innings while giving up just two earned (and one unearned) runs off ten hits. Aheron was also stellar in the batter's box, getting on base in all four of her plate appearances with a home run, two runs, and two RBI.
In other batting news, the team relied heavily on Erica Biggs, who scored three runs while getting on base in all four of her plate appearances.
Meanwhile, in what's become a running theme this season, McMichael gave their fans yet another huge victory on Tuesday. Their pitcher stepped up to hand T.W. Andrews a 30-0 shutout. McMichael's hitters stepped up their game for this one, as that was the most runs they've scored all season.
Like Morehead, McMichael also got a great game from a two-way player: Lindsay Redmon. She struck out nine batters over three innings while giving up no earned runs or hits (and not a single walk). Redmon was also big at the plate, getting on base in all three of her plate appearances with two RBI.
In other batting news, the team relied heavily on Abby Cayton, who got on base in four of her five plate appearances with three runs, four RBI, and a triple. Kora Ingle was another key contributor, scoring four runs while going 2-for-2.
Morehead's win ended a four-game drought on the road dating back to last season and puts them at 6-5. As for McMichael, they pushed their record up to 14-2 with that victory, which was their eighth straight at home.
Tuesday's contest might come down to which pitcher can control the ball better. Morehead has hit smart this season, having averaged an OBP of .478. However, it's not like McMichael struggles in that department as they've averaged .610. With both teams so capable at the plate, fans should be ready for an impressive hitting performance. Check MaxPreps after the match for a full breakdown of the game, commentary, and other softball content.
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