Monroe hasn't had much luck against Queen's Grant recently, but that could start to change on Friday. The Redhawks will head out on the road to challenge the Stallions at 4:30 p.m. Monroe has given up an average of 18.9 runs per game this season, but Friday's game will give them a chance to turn things around.
Monroe is headed into Friday's contest looking for a big change in momentum after dropping their 12th straight game on Thursday. They lost 25-4 to Anson.
Vania Stevenson was cooking despite her team's loss, scoring two runs and stealing a base while going 1-for-2. She also launched a home run, marking her first of the season.
Meanwhile, after soaring to 20 runs the game before, Queen's Grant was a bit more limited in their game on Tuesday. They fell just short of Piedmont Community Charter by a score of 3-2. The matchup marked the Stallions' lowest-scoring contest so far this season.
Addi Benton put in work no matter where she played. She looked comfortable on the mound, striking out ten batters over seven innings while giving up just two earned runs off two hits. She has been consistent for a while: she hasn't tossed less than five strikeouts in 12 consecutive appearances. She was also solid in the batter's box, scoring a run while going 2-for-2.
Benton wasn't the only one making solid contact as three players wound up with at least one hit. One of them was Melissa Detweiler, who went 1-for-3 with one RBI.
Monroe's loss dropped their record down to 1-12. As for Queen's Grant, their defeat was their first of the season and makes their record 12-1.
Friday's game might come down to which pitcher can control the ball better. Monroe has hit smart this season, having averaged an OBP of .455. However, it's not like Queen's Grant struggles in that department as they've averaged .613. With both teams so capable at the plate, fans should be ready for an impressive hitting performance.
Monroe suffered a grim 16-1 defeat to Queen's Grant in their previous matchup last Monday. Can the Redhawks avenge their loss or is history doomed to repeat itself? We'll find out soon enough.
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