For the second straight game, Lafayette will face off against Alexandria. The Lions will take on the Trojans on Wednesday. Lafayette is strutting in with some hitting muscle as they've averaged 11.1 runs per game this season.
Lafayette is probably headed into the contest with a chip on their shoulder considering Alexandria just ended the team's three-game winning streak on Monday. They lost 14-3 to the Trojans.
For Alexandria's part, Ella Melder was a major factor no matter where she played. She looked comfortable on the mound, striking out seven batters over 3.1 innings while giving up just one earned (and one unearned) run but no hits. That's the most strikeouts Melder has posted since back in March. She was also solid in the batter's box, going 1-for-2 with one triple, one run, and one RBI.
In other batting news, Mary Claire Brinkman was incredible, going 3-for-4 with three runs, three RBI, and one triple. That's the most hits she has posted since back in March. Marlie Fletcher was another key player, going 2-for-3 with one home run and two runs.
Alexandria was getting hits left and right and finished the game having posted a batting average of .483. They easily outclassed their opponents in that department as Lafayette only posted a batting average of .235.
Alexandria pushed their record up to 26-8 with the win, which was their fourth straight at home. Those home victories came thanks in part to their pitching effort, having only surrendered 3.5 runs on average over those games. As for Lafayette, their loss dropped their record down to 16-10.
Both Lafayette and Alexandria just can't seem to miss. The Lions have been making plenty of contact this season, having averaged 8.7 hits per game. However, it's not like Alexandria struggles in that department as they've been averaging only 5.3 hits. With both teams so capable at the plate, fans should be ready for an impressive hitting performance. Check MaxPreps after the action for a full breakdown of the game and more softball content.
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