For the second straight game, Bunkie will face off against Ursuline Academy. The Panthers will square off against the Lions on Saturday.
It was a proper cat-fight when Bunkie faced off against Ursuline Academy on Thursday. The Panthers blew past the Lions 9-2. The Panthers might be getting used to big wins seeing as the team has won 14 games by six runs or more this season.
Rylee Townsend made a splash no matter where she played. She looked comfortable on the mound, not allowing a single earned run and allowing only one hit over four innings pitched. She has been consistent: she hasn't given up more than two walks in six consecutive appearances. She was also big at the plate, going 1-for-4 with one stolen base, two RBI, and one run.
In other pitching news, Aubree Ducote looked comfortable as she pitched three innings while giving up no earned runs off two hits. She has been nothing but reliable on the mound: she hasn't given up more than two walks in eight consecutive appearances.
Back at the plate, Bunkie got a massive performance out of Brenna Ferguson, who went 1-for-3 with one home run, two stolen bases, and two runs. Another player making a difference was Ava Webb, who went 2-for-3 with four stolen bases, one run, and one double.
Bunkie pushed their record up to 19-13 with the win, which was their tenth straight at home. The home victories came thanks in part to their pitching effort, having only surrendered 3.6 runs on average over those games. As for Ursuline Academy, they are on a four-game losing streak that has dropped them down to 10-12.
Saturday's matchup will be a test for both teams' pitchers. Bunkie hasn't had any issues making contact this season, having earned a batting average of .328. However, it's not like Ursuline Academy struggles in that department as they've averaged .314. 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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