For the second straight game, Southmont will face off against Lebanon. The Mounties will look to defend their home field on Thursday against the Tigers at 5:30 p.m. Southmont is strutting in with some hitting muscle as they've averaged 7.6 runs per game this season.
Southmont lost a heartbreaker the last time they played Lebanon, but it's fair to say they got their revenge given the result of Tuesday's matchup. The Mounties put the hurt on the Tigers with a sharp 8-2 win on Tuesday. The game was the first time the Mounties have beaten the Tigers on their field since May 12, 2022.
Ella Barry
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Ella Barry made a splash while hitting and pitching. On the mound, she didn't allow a single earned run while striking out seven over seven innings pitched. She has been consistent: she hasn't given up more than two walks in five consecutive appearances. She was also big at the plate, getting on base in three of her four plate appearances with one home run, two runs, and one stolen base.
In other batting news, the team relied heavily on Mallory Mason, who went 2-for-4 with two RBI, one run, and one double. Another player making a difference was Kenzie Douglas, who went 2-for-3 with one run, one double, and one RBI.
Southmont kept the outfield on their toes and finished the game with 13 hits. They are a perfect 9-0 when they post 11 or more hits.
With the defeat, Lebanon broke their five-game winning streak and moved their record to 17-8. As for Southmont, their victory ended a three-game drought on the road and puts them at 13-7.
Thursday's contest will be a test for both teams' pitchers. Southmont hasn't had any issues making contact this season, having earned a batting average of .353. However, it's not like Lebanon struggles in that department as they've averaged .404. With both teams so capable at the plate, fans should be ready for an impressive hitting performance. Check MaxPreps after the action for a full breakdown of the game and more softball content.
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