Wakeland is 8-2 against Reedy since March of 2020, and they'll have a chance to extend that success on Friday. The Wakeland Wolverines will be staying on the road to face off against the Reedy Lions at 6:30 p.m. Wakeland's pitching crew has only allowed 2.8 runs per game this season, so Reedy's hitters will have their work cut out for them.
Wakeland is on a roll after a high-stakes playoff matchup on Thursday. They blew past Reedy 9-1. Considering Wakeland has won 14 games by more than five runs this season, Thursday's blowout was nothing new.
Jordan Mcnees spent all seven innings on the mound, and it's clear why: she surrendered only one earned run on seven hits.
On the hitting side, the team relied heavily on Lauren McIllwain, who went 2-for-4 with four RBI, two runs, and a triple. The team also got some help courtesy of Kayla Courcy, who went 1-for-3 with a home run.
Wakeland has been performing incredibly well recently as they've won 14 of their last 15 matches, which provided a nice bump to their 23-7 record this season. As for Reedy, their defeat dropped their record down to 21-11-1.
Friday's matchup might come down to which pitcher can control the ball better. Wakeland has hit smart this season, having averaged an OBP of .452. However, it's not like Reedy struggles in that department as they've averaged .455. 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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