Houston County is 0-9 against Geneva County since March of 2015 but things could change on Monday. The Lions will be playing at home against the Bulldogs at 4:30 p.m. Houston County has given up an average of 15.7 runs per game this season, but Monday's game will give them a chance to turn things around.
Houston County fell victim to Ariton and their airtight pitching crew on Thursday. They came up short against the Purple Cats, falling 18-0. The Lions' loss continues a trend for the team, making it three in a row.
Meanwhile, Geneva County waltzed into their game on Thursday with two straight wins... but they left with three. They came within a single run of losing the streak, but they secured a 7-6 W against the Bears. For those keeping track at home, that's the closest victory the Bulldogs have posted since March 18th.
Addie Mae Habbard made a splash no matter where she played. She struck out seven batters over 6.2 innings while giving up four earned (and two unearned) runs off five hits. Habbard was even better at the plate, going a perfect 3-for-3 with two stolen bases, three runs, and two RBI. That's the most stolen bases she has posted over her last six matches.
In other batting news, Addison Calhoun and Maci Strickland did most of the damage at the plate: Calhoun went 2-for-3 with one stolen base and one run, while Strickland went 1-for-3 with three stolen bases and one run. Strickland has been hot recently, having posted at least one stolen base the last three times she's played.
Geneva County's win bumped their record up to 16-12. As for Houston County, their defeat dropped their record down to 3-10.
Monday's contest might come down to which pitcher can control the ball better. Houston County has hit smart this season, having averaged an OBP of .446. However, it's not like Geneva County struggles in that department as they've averaged .530. With both teams so capable at the plate, fans should be ready for an impressive hitting performance.
Houston County suffered a grim 15-0 defeat to Geneva County when the teams last played back in March. Will the Lions have more luck at home instead of on the road? Come back here after the game to get an analysis of the match and other softball content.
