The Marquette Catholic Explorers are taking a road trip to take on the Granite City Warriors at 4:30 p.m. on Thursday. Marquette Catholic has given up an average of 8.5 runs per game this season, but Thursday's game will give them a chance to turn things around.
Marquette Catholic came into their game on Tuesday off a hard-fought close win, but unfortunately suffered a serious change of fortune. They came up short against Carrollton, falling 13-3.
Kennedy Eveans made the most of her time at bat despite the final result and went 2-for-3 with two doubles, two RBI, and one run.
Meanwhile, Tuesday just wasn't the day for Granite City's offense. They lost 12-0 to Belleville East on Tuesday.
Marquette Catholic has been struggling recently as they've lost three of their last four games. That's put a noticeable dent in their 8-13 record this season. As for Granite City, their defeat ended a four-game streak of wins at home and dropped them to 7-10.
Thursday's matchup will be a test for both teams' pitchers. Marquette Catholic hasn't had any issues making contact this season, having earned a batting average of .322. However, it's not like Granite City struggles in that department as they've averaged .326. With both teams so capable at the plate, fans should be ready for an impressive hitting performance.
Marquette Catholic couldn't quite finish off Granite City when the teams last played back in March and fell 2-0. Can the Explorers avenge their loss or is history doomed to repeat itself? We'll find out soon enough.
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