The Arapahoe Warriors will challenge the Palmer Ridge Bears at 11:00 a.m. on Saturday. Arapahoe is strutting in with some hitting muscle as they've averaged 7.7 runs per game this season.
On Friday, Arapahoe came up short against Castle View and fell 9-4. The Warriors have now taken an 'L' in back-to-back games.
Lakyn Wilkinson made the most of her time at bat despite the final result and scored two runs and stole two bases while going 1-for-3. The team also got some help courtesy of Leah Schlissberg, who scored a run and stole three bases while getting on base in two of her four plate appearances.
Meanwhile, Palmer Ridge faced Severance in a battle between two of the state's top teams on Saturday. Palmer Ridge and Severance finished up their matchup with a 0-0 draw. The contest marked the first time this year in which the Bears were not able to get on the board.
Not much got past Ashlyn Short, who gave up just five hits to keep Severance off the board. Short has been consistent recently: she hasn't pitched less than five innings in three consecutive pitching appearances.
Arapahoe's loss dropped their record down to 5-5. Palmer Ridge's draw makes their record 4-0-1 this season.
Both the two teams just can't seem to miss. Arapahoe has been making plenty of contact this season, having averaged 8.7 hits per game. However, it's not like Palmer Ridge struggles in that department as they've been averaging only 2.2. 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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