The Filer Wildcats will face off against the Gooding Senators at 4:00 p.m. on Wednesday. Filer is coming into the matchup on a three-game losing streak.
On Monday, Filer came up short against Kimberly and fell 5-2.
Filer saw four different players step up and record at least one hit. One of them was Kyra Eskelsen, who went 1-for-2 with one RBI.
Meanwhile, Gooding lost 10-3 to Cole Valley Christian on Saturday. The Senators have now taken an 'L' in back-to-back games.
Kaylee Silver spent all seven innings on the mound, and it's clear why: she surrendered seven earned (and three unearned) runs on nine hits and racked up ten Ks. She has been consistent recently: she hasn't given up more than two walks in four consecutive appearances.
On the hitting side, Kodi Garza made the most of her time at bat despite the final result and went 2-for-4 with two stolen bases and one run. Jaelynn Patton was another key player, getting on base in three of her four plate appearances with one run.
Filer's loss dropped their record down to 7-14-1. As for Gooding, their defeat dropped their record down to 10-6.
Wednesday's contest will be a test for both teams' pitchers. Filer hasn't had any issues making contact this season, having earned a batting average of .316. However, it's not like Gooding struggles in that department as they've averaged .364. With both teams so capable at the plate, fans should be ready for an impressive hitting performance.
Filer couldn't quite finish off Gooding when the teams last played two weeks ago and fell 8-6. Will the Wildcats have more luck at home instead of on the road? Check MaxPreps after the action for a full breakdown of the game and more softball content.
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