The Butler Bulldogs will head out to challenge the Carson Cougars at 5:30 p.m. on Wednesday. Butler has given up an average of 8.8 runs per game this season, but Wednesday's game will give them a chance to turn things around.
Butler's last matchup with Independence could've gone either way, but unfortunately the same can't be said for the pair's game on Tuesday. Butler lost 15-4 to Independence. The Bulldogs' loss continues a trend for the squad, making it three in a row.
Alyssa Rubidoux made the most of her time at bat despite the final result and went 1-for-3 with one home run and two RBI. That home run marked the first that she launched this season. Another player making a difference was Cherie Carter, who scored two runs while going 2-for-3.
Meanwhile, Carson came up short against Northwest Cabarrus on Tuesday, falling 20-4. The Cougars have now taken an 'L' in back-to-back games.
Emma Woodlief was cooking despite her team's loss, scoring two runs and stealing a base while going 2-for-3. The team also got some help courtesy of Caroline Snow, who went 2-for-3 with one double and one RBI.
Butler's defeat dropped their record down to 3-8. As for Carson, their loss dropped their record down to 2-6.
The pitchers for both teams better look sharp on Wednesday as neither team is afraid to steal. Butler has been swiping bases left and right this season, having averaged 3.9 stolen bases per game. However, it's not like Carson struggles in that department as they've been averaging an even more impressive 3.5 stolen bases. The only question left is which team can snag more.
Butler beat Carson 8-3 in their previous matchup back in April of 2024. The rematch might be a little tougher for Butler since the team won't have the home-field advantage this time around. We'll see if the change in venue makes a difference.
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