Ridge Community is 8-2 against Poinciana since February of 2015, and they'll have a chance to extend that success on Thursday. The Ridge Community Bolts will be playing in front of their home fans against the Poinciana Eagles at 7:00 p.m. Ridge Community is strutting in with some hitting muscle, as they've averaged 7.8 runs per game this season.
Ridge Community is hoping to deliver their fans another blowout on Thursday, just like they did against Haines City (and have done all season long). Ridge Community put the hurt on Haines City with a sharp 23-7 win on Friday. Ridge Community's hitters stepped up their game for this one, as that was the most runs they've scored all season.
The team relied heavily on Ariana Rosado, who went 3-for-3 with a home run, six RBI, and four runs. Rihanna Jones was another key contributor, going 1-for-3 with a home run, three runs, and four RBI.
Meanwhile, Poinciana fell victim to South Lake and their airtight pitching crew on Wednesday. They wound up on the wrong side of a tough 10-0 walloping at the hands of the Eagles. Poinciana has now taken an 'L' in back-to-back games.
Ridge Community's victory bumped their record up to 5-11. As for Poinciana, their loss dropped their record down to 12-10.
The pitchers for both teams better look sharp on Thursday as neither team is afraid to steal. Ridge Community has been swiping bases left and right this season, having averaged 2.8 stolen bases per game. However, it's not like Poinciana struggles in that department as they've been averaging 5.1. The only question left is which team can snag more.
Ridge Community might still be hurting after the 21-11 defeat they got from Poinciana in their previous meeting back in March. Will Ridge Community 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.
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