Park Crossing hasn't had much luck against Pike Road recently, but that could start to change on Monday. The Thunderbirds will square off against the Patriots at 12:00 p.m. Park Crossing has given up an average of 11.3 runs per game this season, but Monday's game will give them a chance to turn things around.
Monday just wasn't the day for Park Crossing's offense. They lost 12-0 to Percy Julian on Monday. The Thunderbirds have now taken an 'L' in back-to-back games.
Meanwhile, Pike Road waltzed into their contest on Thursday with two straight wins... but they left with three. They were the clear victors by a 13-1 margin over the Trojans. The result was nothing new for the Patriots, who have now won 15 matches by six runs or more so far this season.
Ava Milton was incredible, going a perfect 2-for-2 with three RBI, two runs, and one triple. She is on a roll when it comes to RBI, as she's now brought in three or more in each of the last three games she's played. The team also got some help courtesy of Kelsey Williams, who went a perfect 2-for-2 with one stolen base, two RBI, and one run.
Pike Road hit smart and finished the game with only one strikeout. The team has now struck out at least three batters in four consecutive games.
Park Crossing's defeat dropped their record down to 2-7. As for Pike Road, their victory bumped their record up to 20-22.
Monday's contest might come down to which pitcher can control the ball better. Park Crossing has hit smart this season, having averaged an OBP of .470. However, it's not like Pike Road struggles in that department as they've averaged .445. With both teams so capable at the plate, fans should be ready for an impressive hitting performance.
Park Crossing suffered a grim 20-0 defeat to Pike Road in their previous meeting back in March. Can the Thunderbirds avenge their loss or is history doomed to repeat itself? We'll find out soon enough.
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