McDonough hasn't had much luck against Stockbridge recently, but that could start to change on Thursday. The McDonough Warhawks will play host again on Thursday to welcome the Stockbridge Tigers, where first pitch is scheduled at 5:55 p.m.
McDonough lost 24-7 to Jonesboro on Wednesday.
Sahrenety Brown was cooking despite her team's loss, scoring a run and stealing a base while going 1-for-2. Another player making a difference was Kylei Buffington, who scored a run and stole a base while going 1-for-1.
Even though they lost, McDonough always had someone on base and finished the game having posted an OBP of .684. That's a new trend for them: their average OBP was 0% earlier this season, but in their last five games they've averaged 53.4%.
Meanwhile, Stockbridge had to endure a six-game losing streak, but that streak is no more. They were the clear victor by a 13-4 margin over Woodland on Tuesday.
Casey Curney spent all seven innings on the mound, and it's clear why: she surrendered three earned (and one unearned) runs on seven hits and racked up eight Ks. That's the most strikeouts she has posted since back in August.
At the plate, Jada Roberts was a standout: she scored a run and stole three bases while getting on base in three of her five plate appearances. The team also got some help courtesy of Beatrice Clayton, who scored two runs and stole two bases while getting on base in two of her five plate appearances.
McDonough's loss dropped their record down to 2-13. As for Stockbridge, their win ended a seven-game drought on the road and puts them at 4-12.
McDonough suffered a grim 15-0 defeat to Stockbridge in their previous matchup back in August. Will McDonough have more luck at home instead of on the road? Check MaxPreps after the match for a full breakdown of the game, commentary, and other softball content.
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