The Chapman Panthers will challenge the Boiling Springs Bulldogs at 7:30 p.m. on Friday.
Last Wednesday, Chapman came up short against Union County and fell 4-1. The loss continues a trend for the Panthers in their meetings with the Yellowjackets: they've now lost seven in a row.
Meanwhile, after only one run in their last match, Boiling Springs made sure to put some runs up on the board against Spartanburg on Thursday. Boiling Springs walked away with a 10-5 victory over Spartanburg. While the Bulldogs didn't have the best season last year (they finished 9-12), it's starting to look like those struggles are a thing of the past.
Chloe Sloand made a splash while hitting and pitching. On the mound, she struck out eight batters over seven innings while giving up just one earned (and four unearned) runs off eight hits. That's the most strikeouts she has posted since back in March of 2024. She was also solid in the batter's box, scoring a run and stealing Three bases.
In other batting news, Abbie Wilson was incredible, scoring three runs and stealing Three bases. while going 3-for-4. The team also got some help courtesy of Cloey Taulbee, who scored three runs and stole a base while going 3-for-4.
Chapman's defeat dropped their record down to 3-3. As for Boiling Springs, their win bumped their record up to 7-4.
Friday's contest will be a test for both teams' pitchers. Chapman hasn't had any issues making contact this season, having earned a batting average of .344. However, it's not like Boiling Springs struggles in that department as they've averaged .398. With both teams so capable at the plate, fans should be ready for an impressive hitting performance.
Chapman took their victory against Boiling Springs in their previous matchup back in March of 2024 by a conclusive 7-1. Does Chapman have another victory up their sleeve, or will Boiling Springs turn the tables on them? We'll have the answer soon enough.
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