The Zeigler-Royalton Tornadoes will challenge the Johnston City Indians at 4:30 p.m. on Thursday. Zeigler-Royalton has given up an average of 8.3 runs per game this season, but Thursday's game will give them a chance to turn things around.
Zeigler-Royalton couldn't beat Johnston City on Tuesday even though they stacked four runs on them in the fifth inning. The Tornadoes came up short against the Indians, falling 15-5. The Tornadoes haven't had much luck with the Indians recently, as the team has come up short the last four times they've met.
For Johnston City's part, Makenzie Mowery was a standout: she went 2-for-4 with three RBI, two runs, and one triple. That's the most RBI Mowery has posted since back in April. The team also got some help courtesy of Erin West, who went a perfect 4-for-4 with three RBI and one double.
They weren't the only ones making solid contact: Johnston City kept the outfield on their toes and finished the game with 17 hits. They are 6-1 when they post 11 or more hits.
The win (which was Johnston City's sixth in a row) raised their record to 14-9. Those victories came thanks in part to their hitting performance across that stretch, as they averaged 10.0 runs over those games. As for Zeigler-Royalton, their defeat dropped their record down to 10-15.
Thursday's game will be a test for both teams' pitchers. Zeigler-Royalton hasn't had any issues making contact this season, having earned a batting average of .316. However, it's not like Johnston City struggles in that department as they've averaged .321. 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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