The Toms River North Mariners will square off against the Pinelands Regional Wildcats at 3:45 p.m. on Thursday. Toms River North has given up an average of 11.3 runs per game this season, but Thursday's game will give them a chance to turn things around.
Toms River North lost 23-3 to New Egypt on Tuesday.
Dalylia L made the most of her time at bat despite the final result and went 1-for-2 with one home run and two RBI.
Meanwhile, Pinelands Regional sure made it a nail-biter, but they managed to escape with a 3-1 victory over Wall Township on Tuesday. The win made it back-to-back victories for the Wildcats.
Elianna Meola spent all seven innings on the mound, and it's clear why: she surrendered only one earned run on four hits. She has been consistent: she hasn't given up more than two walks in five consecutive appearances.
On the hitting side, Pinelands Regional secured the win behind a pair of hitters. One of them was Hannah Theuret, who went 1-for-2 with one run.
Pinelands Regional pushed their record up to 12-1 with the victory, which was their ninth straight at home dating back to last season. The home wins came thanks in part to their pitching effort, having only surrendered 1.8 runs on average over those games. As for Toms River North, their defeat dropped their record down to 3-15.
Toms River North might still be hurting after the 10-4 loss they got from Pinelands Regional in their previous matchup two weeks ago. Will the Mariners 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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