The Carlinville Cavaliers will head out on the road to challenge the Jersey Panthers at 4:30 p.m. on Thursday. One thing working in Carlinville's favor is that they have posted big run totals in their last three matchups.
Carlinville can now show off five landslide victories after their most recent game on Wednesday. They were the clear victor by a 22-5 margin over Father McGivney Catholic. Carlinville's hitters stepped up their game for this one, as that was the most runs they've scored all season.
Hallie Gibson made a big impact no matter where she played. She looked comfortable on the mound, tossing an inning while giving up no earned runs or hits (she also didn't allow any walks). Gibson was also big at the plate, going 2-for-2 with a double and an RBI.
In other batting news, Addison Ruyle was incredible, firing off three home runs, seven RBI, and four runs while going 3-for-3. Chloe Pope was another key contributor, scoring four runs and stealing a base while getting on base in all four of her plate appearances.
Meanwhile, Jersey suffered a tough 8-1 loss at the hands of Gillespie on Friday.
Jersey saw five different players step up and record at least one hit. One of them was Emily Collins, who went 1-for-4 with a double and an RBI.
Carlinville's win bumped their record up to 7-2-1. As for Jersey, their defeat ended a six-game streak of away wins dating back to last season and brought them to 2-2.
The batters for both teams will have to hit smart on Thursday as both teams have some strikeout artists on the roster. Carlinville has been retiring batters left and right this season, having averaged 10.7 strikeouts per game. However, it's not like Jersey struggles in that department as they've been averaging 10.8. Considering how easily both teams rack up Ks, the hitters on both teams better bring their A-game into this one.
Carlinville couldn't quite finish off Jersey in their previous matchup back in March of 2023 and fell 7-5. Can Carlinville avenge their loss or is history doomed to repeat itself? We'll find out soon enough.
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