Redwood Valley will face off against Fairmont at 4:00 p.m. on Thursday. Redwood Valley has given up an average of 11 runs per game this season, but Thursday's game will give them a chance to turn things around.
Fans were treated to a battle of the Cardinals on Tuesday. Redwood Valley came up short against Luverne, falling 20-10. Redwood Valley has struggled against Luverne recently, as the game was their fifth consecutive lost meeting.
Grace Blare made the most of her time at bat despite the final result and got on base in all four of her plate appearances with three stolen bases and two runs.
Meanwhile, Fairmont came up short against Jackson County Central on Monday and fell 4-1. The matchup marked the Cardinals' lowest-scoring game so far this season.
Gwyn Schultz was cooking despite her team's loss, going 1-for-3 with one home run. That home run was her first of the season.
Fairmont's loss ended a five-game streak of away wins dating back to last season and brought them to 4-2. As for Redwood Valley, they now have a losing record of 3-4.
Redwood Valley's speedy runners might be the difference in Thursday's contest. Redwood Valley has been swiping bases left and right this season, having averaged 2.9 stolen bases per game. It's a different story for Fairmont, though, as they've been averaging only 0.7 stolen bases. Will they be able to secure the bases, or will Redwood Valley continue to outrun the ball? Check MaxPreps after the action for a full breakdown of the game and more softball content.
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