Abernathy will take on Post at 7:30 p.m. on Thursday. Abernathy is strutting in with some hitting muscle as they've averaged 11.5 runs per game this season.
On Thursday, Abernathy got the win against Ralls by a conclusive 16-6. The Antelopes haven't had any issues with the Jackrabbits recently, as the game was their sixth consecutive victory against them.
Mallory Gonzalez was a standout: she went 1-for-3 with three RBI, two runs, and one triple. Bryer Cook was another key player, going 1-for-3 with three RBI, two runs, and one stolen base.
Abernathy was getting hits left and right and finished the game having posted a batting average of .381. That was just more of the same: they've now posted a batting average of .300 or higher in four consecutive matchups.
Meanwhile, Post lost 12-6 to Lubbock Christian on Monday. The Antelopes have now taken an 'L' in back-to-back games.
Saniya Sanchez made the most of her time at bat despite the final result and went 2-for-3 with two RBI and one run. Azuray Landa also deserves some recognition as she launched her first home run of the season.
Abernathy's win bumped their record up to 15-8. As for Post, their loss dropped their record down to 13-13.
Thursday's game will be a test for both teams' pitchers. Abernathy hasn't had any issues making contact this season, having earned a batting average of .429. However, it's not like Post struggles in that department as they've averaged .450. With both teams so capable at the plate, fans should be ready for an impressive hitting performance.
Abernathy might still be hurting after the 13-2 defeat they got from Post in their previous meeting back in February. Can Abernathy avenge their loss or is history doomed to repeat itself? We'll find out soon enough.
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