Hueytown is 0-10 against McAdory since March of 2022 but things could change on Thursday. The Golden Gophers will take on the Yellowjackets at 4:30 p.m. Hueytown's pitching crew has only allowed 3.9 runs per game this season, so McAdory's hitters will have their work cut out for them.
On Tuesday, Hueytown didn't have quite enough to beat Corner and fell 7-6.
K Burch was huge no matter where she played even without the win. She looked comfortable on the mound, pitching 4.2 innings while giving up just one earned run off two hits. That's the fewest hits she has allowed since back in February. She was also solid in the batter's box, scoring two runs while going 4-for-4.
In other batting news, Madison Smith was cooking despite her team's loss, going 3-for-4 with one home run, two runs, and one double. That double marked the first that she hit this season. Another player making a difference was Jenna Melton, who went 1-for-3 with one home run and four RBI.
Meanwhile, after a string of four wins, McAdory's good fortune finally ran out on Tuesday. They lost 15-9 to Gardendale.
Josie Mahaffey made the most of her time at bat despite the final result and scored two runs while going 2-for-4. Sherdian Kynard was another key player, scoring two runs and stealing three bases while going 1-for-4.
Hueytown's record is now 14-10. As for McAdory, their record now sits at 15-6-1.
Thursday's game will be a test for both teams' pitchers. Hueytown hasn't had any issues making contact this season, having earned a batting average of .323. However, it's not like McAdory struggles in that department as they've averaged .366. With both teams so capable at the plate, fans should be ready for an impressive hitting performance. Check back here after the action for a full breakdown and analysis of the contest.
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