Skyview is 0-10 against Belgrade since May of 2021 but things could change on Thursday. The Falcons will look to defend their home field against the Panthers at 3:00 p.m.
Skyview is coming in off a wild two-game stretch: after soaring to 19 runs two weeks ago, they were much more limited against Billings West on Tuesday. They fell 5-2 to the Golden Bears.
Skyview saw four different players step up and record at least one hit. One of them was Kelsey Hjelm, who went 1-for-2 with one RBI.
Meanwhile, Belgrade entered their tilt with Great Falls on Saturday with three consecutive wins but they'll enter their next game with four. They came within a single run of losing the streak, but they secured a 3-2 W against the Bison. Those three runs were actually the fewest the Panthers have put up all season, but given the result they're probably not too concerned.
Mallory Zimmer looked comfortable as she tossed one inning while giving up no earned runs or hits. She has been nothing but reliable on the mound: she hasn't given up more than one earned run any time she's pitched this season.
Belgrade hit smart and finished the game with only two strikeouts. The team's really been improving in that area: they've now improved their strikeout total in four consecutive matchups.
Belgrade's win bumped their record up to 6-1. As for Skyview, they now have a losing record of 1-2.
Thursday's contest might come down to which pitcher can control the ball better. Skyview has hit smart this season, having averaged an OBP of .474. However, it's not like Belgrade struggles in that department as they've averaged .436. With both teams so capable at the plate, fans should be ready for an impressive hitting performance. Come back here after the game to get an analysis of the match and other softball content.
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