Ragsdale is 0-8 against Northern Guilford since March of 2022 but things could change on Friday. Ragsdale will be playing in front of their home fans against Northern Guilford at 6:00 p.m. Ragsdale is strutting in with some hitting muscle as they've averaged 12.5 runs per game this season.
Ragsdale took a loss when they played away from home on Friday, but their home fans gave them all the motivation they needed on Tuesday. They blew past Western Guilford 16-1. The Tigers haven't had any issues with the Hornets recently, as the game was their seventh consecutive win against them.
Gracie Jet Cuthrell made a big impact no matter where she played. On the mound, she pitched three innings while giving up just one earned run off three hits. Cuthrell was also stellar in the batter's box, going a perfect 3-for-3 with four RBI, one triple, and one run.
In other batting news, the team relied heavily on Alexis Gray, who scored three runs and stole a base while going 3-for-3. That's the most hits she has posted since back in April of 2024. Another player making a difference was Claire Souther, who scored a run while going 1-for-2.
Ragsdale always had someone on base and finished the game having posted an OBP of .750. They easily outclassed their opponents in that department as Western Guilford only posted an OBP of .429.
Meanwhile, Northern Guilford fought the good fight in their extra-innings match against Ledford on Thursday but wound up with a less-than-desirable result. They fell just short of the Panthers by a score of 4-3. The Nighthawks' defeat signaled the end of their six-game winning streak.
Northern Guilford saw five different players step up and record at least one hit. One of them was Morgan Headen, who went 2-for-4 with one home run, one stolen base, and two RBI.
Ragsdale's victory bumped their record up to 9-4. As for Northern Guilford, their loss dropped their record down to 10-4.
Friday's game might come down to which pitcher can control the ball better. Ragsdale has hit smart this season, having averaged an OBP of .646. However, it's not like Northern Guilford struggles in that department as they've averaged .454. With both teams so capable at the plate, fans should be ready for an impressive hitting performance.
Ragsdale might still be hurting after the 15-0 defeat they got from Northern Guilford in their previous matchup on March 4th. Will Ragsdale have more luck at home instead of on the road? Check MaxPreps after the match for a full breakdown of the game, commentary, and other softball content.
