The Springtown Porcupines will be playing at home against the Arlington Heights Yellowjackets at 5:30 p.m. on Monday. Both teams come into the contest bolstered by wins in their previous matches.
Last Friday, Springtown had just enough and edged Bridgeport out 5-3.
Kylee Spray was a major factor while hitting and pitching. On the mound, she struck out 12 batters over seven innings while giving up just one earned (and two unearned) runs off six hits. Spray has been consistent recently: she hasn't tossed less than five strikeouts in five consecutive pitching appearances. Spray was also big at the plate, going 3-for-4 with two RBI and a double.
In other batting news, Madison Terrell was excellent, scoring two runs and stealing two bases while going 1-for-4. Ava Fernandez was another key contributor, going 2-for-3 with a double.
Meanwhile, Arlington Heights can finally bid farewell to their eight-game losing streak thanks to their game last Friday. They blew past Everman 17-7. Arlington Heights' hitters stepped up their game for this one, as that was the most runs they've scored all season.
Springtown's victory bumped their record up to 8-9-1. As for Arlington Heights, their win ended a four-game drought on the road and puts them at 3-8.
Springtown might still be hurting after the 14-2 defeat they got from Arlington Heights in their previous matchup back in February of 2020. Will Springtown 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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