The Chester Yellowjackets are taking a road trip to challenge the Central Rebels at 4:30 p.m. on Friday. Chester is strutting in with some hitting muscle as they've averaged 6.4 runs per game this season.
On Thursday, Chester was able to grind out a solid win over Carlyle, taking the game 5-2. The victory made it back-to-back wins for the Yellowjackets.
Lexie Mott
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Lexie Mott made a big impact no matter where she played. She pitched seven innings while giving up just two earned runs off seven hits. She has been consistent recently: she hasn't given up more than one walk in three consecutive appearances. She was also big at the plate, going 1-for-3 with two RBI. That's the most RBI she has posted since back in March.
In other batting news, the team relied heavily on Camryn Wolff, who went a perfect 4-for-4 with three runs, two doubles, and one stolen base. That's the most doubles she has posted since back in March. Another player making a difference was Maggie Caby, who got on base in all four of her plate appearances with one double and one RBI.
Meanwhile, Central made easy work of Valle Catholic last Thursday and carried off a 12-2 victory. The Rebels might be getting used to big wins seeing as the team has won seven contests by ten runs or more this season.
Vivian Sisk spent all six innings played on the mound, and it's clear why: she surrendered two runs (both of which were unearned) on one hit and racked up 11 Ks.
On the hitting side, Rylee Jones was incredible, going 2-for-3 with two stolen bases, four RBI, and one run. Kamryn Fraley was another key player, going 2-for-4 with two runs, two RBI, and one double.
Chester now has a winning record of 10-9. As for Central, their record is now 11-4.
Both the two teams just can't seem to miss. Chester has been making plenty of contact this season, having averaged 8.8 hits per game. However, it's not like Central struggles in that department as they've been averaging only 5.4 hits. With both teams so capable at the plate, fans should be ready for an impressive hitting performance. Check MaxPreps after the match for a full breakdown of the game, commentary, and other softball content.
