The Abingdon/Avon Tornadoes will take on the Biggsville West Central Heat at 4:30 p.m. on Thursday. Abingdon/Avon has given up an average of 10.1 runs per game this season, but Thursday's game will give them a chance to turn things around.
Abingdon/Avon headed into their last matchup having not scored more than two runs for three straight, but Cuba/Spoon River Valley let them put that streak behind them. The Tornadoes skirted past the Wildcats 13-12. With that win, the Tornadoes brought their scoring average up to 6.2 runs per game.
Addy Onion made a big impact no matter where she played. On the mound, she tossed 5.2 innings while giving up just one earned (and three unearned) runs off four hits. Onion was also solid in the batter's box, getting on base in four of her five plate appearances with one run.
In other batting news, Abingdon/Avon got a massive performance out of Taylor Ford, who got on base in all five of her plate appearances with three runs, one stolen base, and one double. That's the most runs Ford has posted since back in March. Myli Webber was another key player, getting on base in three of her five plate appearances with two runs, one stolen base, and two RBI.
Abingdon/Avon always had someone on base and finished the game having posted an OBP of .610. That's the best OBP they've posted all season.
Meanwhile, Biggsville West Central unfortunately witnessed the end of their six-game winning streak on Wednesday. They fell just short of Rockridge by a score of 6-4.
Rylie Ferguson made the most of her time at bat despite the final result and went 2-for-3 with one home run. That home run was her first of the season.
Biggsville West Central's defeat dropped their record down to 13-3. As for Abingdon/Avon, the victory snapped their losing streak at three games and leaves them with a 5-8 record.
Thursday's game might come down to which pitcher can control the ball better. Abingdon/Avon has hit smart this season, having averaged an OBP of .431. However, it's not like Biggsville West Central struggles in that department as they've averaged .484. With both teams so capable at the plate, fans should be ready for an impressive hitting performance.
Abingdon/Avon suffered a grim 15-0 defeat to Biggsville West Central when the teams last played on Tuesday. Will the Tornadoes have more luck at home instead of on the road? Come back here after the game to get an analysis of the match and other softball content.
