Newport - Bellevue is 2-8 against Woodinville since May of 2018 but they'll have a chance to close the gap a little bit on Wednesday. The Knights will look to defend their home field against the Falcons at 4:30 p.m. Newport - Bellevue has given up an average of 8 runs per game this season, but Wednesday's game will give them a chance to turn things around.
Newport - Bellevue came up short against Mount Si on Tuesday, falling 12-2. The Knights have now taken an 'L' in back-to-back games.
Emma Chen made the most of her time at bat despite the final result and scored a run while going 2-for-3.
Meanwhile, Woodinville didn't have quite enough to beat Inglemoor on Monday and fell 4-3.
Woodinville also got a good showing from Hayden Kneeland, who tossed three innings while giving up just one earned run off two hits. Kneeland has been consistent : she hasn't given up more than one earned run any time she's pitched this season.
At the plate, Lucy Ford was cooking despite her team's loss, going 1-for-4 with one home run, two stolen bases, and two RBI. She is on a roll when it comes to stolen bases, as she's now snagged at least one in each of the last six games she's played. The team also got some help courtesy of Maya Young, who went a perfect 1-for-1 with one home run.
Newport - Bellevue's loss dropped their record down to 3-3-1. As for Woodinville, their defeat ended a three-game streak of away wins and brought them to 5-3.
Wednesday's match might come down to which pitcher can control the ball better. Newport - Bellevue has hit smart this season, having averaged an OBP of .590. However, it's not like Woodinville struggles in that department as they've averaged .500. With both teams so capable at the plate, fans should be ready for an impressive hitting performance.
Newport - Bellevue came up short against Woodinville in their previous meeting back in April of 2024, falling 13-9. Will the Knights have more luck at home instead of on the road? Check back here after the action for a full breakdown and analysis of the contest.
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