After six games on the road, Allen County-Scottsville is heading back home. They will take on the Barren County Trojans at 5:30 p.m. on Thursday. Allen County-Scottsville is strutting in with some hitting muscle, as they've averaged 7.1 runs per game this season.
Last Tuesday, Allen County-Scottsville suffered a tough 19-4 defeat at the hands of Warren East.
Haiden Brown was cooking despite her team's loss, going 1-for-2 with a home run and three RBI.
Meanwhile, in what's become a running theme this season, Barren County gave their fans yet another huge victory on Tuesday. Their pitcher stepped up to hand Hart County a 15-0 shutout. The win was familiar territory for Barren County who now have nine in a row.
Shea Bogue looked comfortable as she tossed three innings while giving up no earned runs off one hit. She has been consistent recently: she hasn't given up more than two walks in seven consecutive pitching appearances.
On the hitting side, the team relied heavily on Katie Murphy, who went 3-for-3 with a home run, five RBI, and two runs. The team also got some help courtesy of Riley Reed, who went 2-for-3 with a home run, two runs, and two RBI.
Allen County-Scottsville's loss dropped their record down to 11-9. As for Barren County, their victory was their 16th straight at home dating back to last season, which pushed their record up to 19-7.
Thursday's game might come down to which pitcher can control the ball better. Allen County-Scottsville has hit smart this season, having averaged an OBP of .445. However, it's not like Barren County struggles in that department as they've averaged .477. With both teams so capable at the plate, fans should be ready for an impressive hitting performance.
Allen County-Scottsville couldn't quite finish off Barren County in their previous meeting back in May of 2023 and fell 3-1. Will Allen County-Scottsville 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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