Alliance hasn't had much luck against Scottsbluff recently, but that could start to change on Tuesday. The Alliance Bulldogs will host the Scottsbluff Bearcats at 6:00 p.m. Both teams took a loss in their last game, so they'll have plenty of motivation to get the 'W'.
Alliance is headed into Tuesday's contest looking for a big change in momentum after dropping their fifth straight game on Tuesday. They lost 17-5 to Chadron. That's two games in a row now that the Bulldogs have lost by exactly 12 runs.
Alliance saw four different players step up and record at least one hit. One of them was Kyra Jespersen, who went 1-for-2 with two RBI and a double. The team also got some help courtesy of Paige Jensen, who scored a run and stole a base while going 1-for-1.
Meanwhile, after a string of four wins, Scottsbluff's good fortune finally ran out on Friday. They took a 7-3 hit to the loss column at the hands of Crete.
Alliance's loss dropped their record down to 5-17. As for Scottsbluff, their defeat dropped their record down to 14-4.
Tuesday's game might come down to which pitcher can control the ball better. Alliance has hit smart this season, having averaged an OBP of 0. However, it's not like Scottsbluff struggles in that department as they've averaged 0. With both teams so capable at the plate, fans should be ready for an impressive hitting performance.
Alliance might still be hurting after the 16-2 loss they got from Scottsbluff when the teams last played on Saturday. Will Alliance have more luck at home instead of on the road? Check MaxPreps after the action for a full breakdown of the game and more softball content.
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