The Columbia Eagles will head out to face off against the Jersey Panthers at 4:30 p.m. on Monday. Columbia's pitching crew has only allowed 3.3 runs per game this season, so Jersey's hitters will have their work cut out for them.
Columbia is headed in fresh off scoring the most runs they have all season. They walked away with a 9-6 win over Oswego on Saturday.
Meanwhile, Jersey got the win against Alton on Saturday by a conclusive 11-1. With that victory, the Panthers brought their scoring average up to 7.2 runs per game.
Paxton Weirich was a major factor no matter where she played. On the mound, she struck out seven batters over five innings while giving up just one earned run off three hits (and only one walk). She has been consistent recently: she hasn't tossed less than seven strikeouts any time she's pitched this season. She was also stellar in the batter's box, going a perfect 3-for-3 with three RBI and two doubles. Those three RBI gave her a new career-high.
In other batting news, Anna Kribs was incredible, getting on base in all four of her plate appearances with four runs, one stolen base, and one double. That's the most runs she has posted since back in March of 2025. Chloe Beemer also deserves some recognition as she brought in her first RBI of the season.
Jersey hit smart and finished the game with only one strikeout. The team has now struck out at least five batters in five consecutive contests dating back to last season.
Columbia's record is now 5-2. As for Jersey, their record now sits at 3-1.
Columbia skirted past Jersey 5-4 in their previous matchup back in March of 2025. The rematch might be a little tougher for the Eagles since the squad 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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