Stover is 0-3 against Sweet Springs since March of 2024 but things could change on Friday. The Bulldogs will host the Greyhounds at 5:00 p.m. Stover has given up an average of 12.1 runs per game this season, but Friday's game will give them a chance to turn things around.
On Thursday, Stover came up short against Sacred Heart and fell 13-10.
Chase Kiesling led a balanced group of hitters, scoring three runs and stealing a base while going 3-for-3. Those runs were his first of the season. Kehlin Marriott was another key player, scoring three runs and stealing three bases while going 3-for-4.
Meanwhile, Tuesday just wasn't the day for Sweet Springs' offense. They might be feeling deja-vu: they lost 17-0 to Northwestern, which was the same score (and result) they got the week prior. The Greyhounds just can't catch a break and have now endured three defeats in a row.
Stover's loss dropped their record down to 2-7. As for Sweet Springs, their defeat dropped their record down to 3-8.
Friday's matchup might come down to which pitcher can control the ball better. Stover has hit smart this season, having averaged an OBP of .454. However, it's not like Sweet Springs struggles in that department as they've averaged .465. With both teams so capable at the plate, fans should be ready for an impressive hitting performance.
Stover suffered a grim 16-8 defeat to Sweet Springs in their previous meeting back in March. Can the Bulldogs avenge their loss or is history doomed to repeat itself? We'll find out soon enough.
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