For the second straight game, Jones will face off against Northside - Pinetown. The Trojans will face off against the Panthers at 5:00 p.m. on Thursday. Jones has given up an average of 11.6 runs per game this season, but Thursday's game will give them a chance to turn things around.
Jones is coming in off a wild two-game stretch: after soaring to ten runs on Friday, they were much more limited against Northside - Pinetown on Tuesday. They came up short against the Panthers, falling 20-1.
For Northside - Pinetown's part, EllaKate Hanna was a standout: she went 3-for-4 with three runs, four RBI, and one triple. The team also got some help courtesy of Riley Hudson, who went 2-for-4 with one home run and three RBI.
Northside - Pinetown hit smart and finished the game with only two strikeouts. The team has now struck out at least four batters in four consecutive contests.
Jones' loss dropped their record down to 4-6. As for Northside - Pinetown, their win ended a four-game drought on the road and puts them at 8-7.
Thursday's match will be a test for both teams' pitchers. Jones hasn't had any issues making contact this season, having earned a batting average of .314. However, it's not like Northside - Pinetown struggles in that department as they've averaged .337. 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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