The Lincoln Lynx will challenge Holy Names Academy at 4:00 p.m. on Tuesday. Lincoln has given up an average of 8.2 runs per game this season, but Tuesday's game will give them a chance to turn things around.
Thursday just wasn't the day for Lincoln's offense. They came up short against Garfield on Thursday, falling 11-0. The Lynx have struggled against the Bulldogs recently, as the game was their fourth consecutive lost meeting.
Meanwhile, Holy Names Academy might've scored the first runs on Tuesday, but it was Bishop Blanchet who claimed the real prize. Holy Names Academy took a 10-7 hit to the loss column at the hands of Bishop Blanchet. While Holy Names Academy didn't get the win, they did start the game off strong, beating Bishop Blanchet 4-0 in the first period.
Ella McFarlane made the most of her time at bat despite the final result and scored two runs while going 1-for-3. Another player making a difference was Cora Hardenbrook, who scored a run and stole two bases while going 1-for-3.
Lincoln's loss dropped their record down to 2-2. As for Holy Names Academy, they dropped their record down to 2-7 with the defeat, which was their third straight at home.
Tuesday's contest will be a test for both teams' pitchers. Lincoln hasn't had any issues making contact this season, having earned a batting average of .337. However, it's not like Holy Names Academy struggles in that department as they've averaged .351. With both teams so capable at the plate, fans should be ready for an impressive hitting performance.
Lincoln was able to grind out a solid victory over Holy Names Academy when the teams last played last Tuesday, winning 10-7. Does Lincoln have another victory up their sleeve, or will Holy Names Academy turn the tables on them? We'll have the answer soon enough.
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