The Ridgewood Generals will venture away from home to challenge the Meadowbrook Colts at 5:00 p.m. on Wednesday. Both come into the contest bolstered by wins in their previous matches.
On Monday, Ridgewood needed a bit of extra time to put away West Muskingum. They had just enough and edged out the Tornadoes 7-6. For those keeping track at home, that's the closest victory the Generals have posted since April 2nd.

Jayden Jaras
| 05/04/26 vs West Muskingum | 0 |
| 04/30/26 @ Tuscarawas Valley | 2 |
| 04/22/26 @ Hiland | 1 |
| 04/20/26 vs Hiland | 1 |
Jayden Jaras was a major factor no matter where she played. She kept things locked down with no earned runs or hits over five innings pitched. She has been consistent recently: she hasn't given up more than two hits in four consecutive appearances. She was also big at the plate, going 3-for-4 with three RBI, one run, and one double.
In other batting news, Brittleigh Bates was incredible, going 3-for-4 with one home run, three runs, and two RBI. That's the most RBI she has posted since back in March.
Meanwhile, Meadowbrook entered their tilt with Monroe Central on Tuesday with four consecutive wins but they'll enter their next game with five. Their pitcher stepped up to hand the Seminoles a 3-0 shutout.
Like Ridgewood, Meadowbrook also got a great game from a two-way player: McKendall Boyer. She looked comfortable on the mound, not allowing a single earned run while striking out eight over seven innings pitched. Boyer was also stellar in the batter's box, firing off two home runs and three RBI while going 2-for-3.
In other batting news, the team relied heavily on Sommer Ginn, who went 2-for-3 with two stolen bases, one run, and one double.
Ridgewood's record now sits at 18-5. As for Meadowbrook, their record is now 17-6.
Fans could be in store for some top-tier slugging on Wednesday. Ridgewood hasn't had any problems when it comes to power this season, having averaged 0.5 home runs per game. However, it's not like Meadowbrook struggles in that department as they've been averaging 0.8 home runs. With so much power on both teams, it'll be down to the pitchers to keep the mound locked down. Check MaxPreps after the match for a full breakdown of the game, commentary, and other softball content.