Xenia is 0-10 against Troy since April of 2019 but things could change on Friday. The Buccaneers will host the Trojans at 5:00 p.m. This will be Xenia's first chance to prove their worth in the conference.
Xenia is headed into Friday's contest looking for a big change in momentum after dropping their 14th straight game dating back to last season on Wednesday. They lost 12-2 to Tippecanoe.
Meanwhile, Troy made easy work of West Carrollton on Wednesday and carried off an 18-2 victory. That looming 18-2 mark stands out as the most commanding margin for the Trojans yet this season.
Riley King made a big impact no matter where she played. On the mound, she struck out six batters over three innings while giving up no earned runs off two hits (and not a single walk). That's the most strikeouts she has posted since back in April of 2024. She was also solid in the batter's box, going a perfect 2-for-2 with two doubles and two RBI.
In other batting news, Alexis Ater was a standout: she went a perfect 3-for-3 with three runs, three doubles, and three RBI. That's the most RBI she has posted since back in April of 2024. Kaitlynn Price was another key player, scoring three runs and stealing a base while going 3-for-3.
Troy kept the outfield on their toes and finished the game with 17 hits. They are 2-1 when they post 11 or more hits.
Xenia's defeat dropped their record down to 0-3. As for Troy, the win got them back to even at 3-3.
Xenia might still be hurting after the 21-2 loss they got from Troy in their previous matchup back in April of 2024. Can the Buccaneers avenge their defeat or is history doomed to repeat itself? We'll find out soon enough.
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