The Hancock Eagles will challenge the Phillips Wildcats at 4:30 p.m. on Friday. One thing working in Hancock's favor is that they have posted at least ten runs in their last seven contests.
While Hancock didn't have the best season last year (they finished 4-15), it's starting to look like those struggles are a thing of the past. Everything went their way against Brooks on Wednesday as they made off with an 18-3 victory. The result was nothing new for Hancock, who have now won seven matchups by ten runs or more so far this season.
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Chloe Dougherty was a standout: she went a perfect 3-for-3 with three runs, one triple, and two RBI. She is on a roll when it comes to triples, as she's now hit at least one in each of the last three games she's played. Alayna Bentley was another key player, going a perfect 3-for-3 with three RBI, two runs, and one double.
They weren't the only ones making solid contact: Hancock kept the outfield on their toes and finished the game with 17 hits. That's the most hits they've posted since back in April of 2025.
Meanwhile, Phillips came into Wednesday's game having lost three straight, but that streak is now in the rearview. Neither they nor Curie could gain the upper hand on Wednesday so the two teams had to settle for a 9-9 draw.
With that draw, Phillips' record moves to 1-5-1. As for Hancock, their win bumped their record up to 8-5.
Phillips' pitching crew has a crucial task ahead of them: Hancock hasn't had any issues making contact this season, having earned a batting average of .427. It's a different story for Phillips, though, as they've only averaged .258. Will they be able to contain Hancock's hitters? Check MaxPreps after the match for a full breakdown of the game, commentary, and other softball content.
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