Nash Central is 9-1 against Northern Nash since March of 2021 and they'll have a chance to extend that dominance on Tuesday. The Bulldogs will look to defend their home field against the Knights at 5:00 p.m. Nash Central is strutting in with some hitting muscle as they've averaged 10.8 runs per game this season.
Nash Central's pitching crew heads into the matchup hoping to repeat the dominance they displayed on Thursday. They put the hurt on Rocky Mount with a sharp 19-0 victory. The win made it back-to-back victories for the Bulldogs.
CHANDLAR WOOD was a major factor no matter where she played. On the mound, she struck out seven batters over three innings while giving up no earned runs or hits (and not a single walk). Those seven strikeouts gave her a new career-high. She was also solid in the batter's box, going 2-for-3 with one RBI.
LAYLA LAFFERTY
| 04/03/25 @ Rocky Mount | 2 |
| 03/12/25 vs Hunt | 1 |
| 04/29/24 vs Northern Nash | 1 |
| 04/18/24 vs Bunn | 1 |
| 04/10/24 vs Rocky Mount | 1 |
In other batting news, the team relied heavily on LAYLA LAFFERTY, who scored two runs while going 2-for-3. The dominant performance also gave her a new career-high in doubles (two). Another player making a difference was GRACYN KING, who scored three runs while going 2-for-3.
Nash Central hit smart and finished the game with only one strikeout. They are a perfect 5-0 when they post two or more strikeouts.
Meanwhile, Northern Nash was not able to break out of their rough patch on Friday as the team picked up their third straight loss. They came up short against Franklinton, falling 15-8.
Kailey Burden made the most of her time at bat despite the final result and scored two runs and stole a base while going 3-for-5. The team also got some help courtesy of Emma Hunt, who scored a run while going 1-for-4.
Northern Nash's defeat dropped their record down to 8-7. As for Nash Central, the win got them back to even at 7-7.
Tuesday's game might come down to which pitcher can control the ball better. Nash Central has hit smart this season, having averaged an OBP of .505. However, it's not like Northern Nash struggles in that department as they've averaged .482. With both teams so capable at the plate, fans should be ready for an impressive hitting performance.
Nash Central couldn't quite finish off Northern Nash in their previous matchup back in March and fell 7-5. Will the Bulldogs have more luck at home instead of on the road? Check MaxPreps after the action for a full breakdown of the game and more softball content.
