Lithonia has been away from home for three games now, but on Monday they'll finally make their return. They will welcome the Miller Grove Wolverines at 5:30 p.m. Lithonia is strutting in with some hitting muscle as they've averaged 12.3 runs per game this season.
Lithonia came up short against Marist on Thursday, falling 20-3. The Bulldogs haven't had much luck with the War Eagles recently, as the team's come up short the last two times they've met.
Jasmine Green made the most of her time at bat despite the final result and went 2-for-2 with two runs, a triple, and an RBI.
Even though they lost, Lithonia was getting hits left and right and finished the game having posted a batting average of .400. That was just more of the same: they've now posted a batting average of .400 or higher in three consecutive games.
Meanwhile, Miller Grove never let their opponents score on Tuesday. Everything went their way against Columbia as Miller Grove made off with an 18-0 win. The Wolverines might be getting used to big wins seeing as the team has won nine matches by seven runs or more this season.
Amiyah Morrison made a big impact no matter where she played. She looked comfortable on the mound, striking out eight batters over three innings while giving up no earned runs or hits (and not a single walk). She has been nothing but reliable: she hasn't tossed less than five strikeouts every time she's pitched this season. She was also big at the plate, scoring three runs and stealing seven bases while getting on base in all three of her plate appearances.
In other batting news, Miller Grove got a massive performance out of Armonie Morrison, who scored three runs and stole seven bases while getting on base in all three of her plate appearances. Morrison is on a roll when it comes to stolen bases, as she's now stolen at least one in the last four games she's played dating back to last season. Another player making a difference was Saniya Francis, who scored three runs and stole five bases while going 2-for-2.
Lithonia's defeat dropped their record down to 5-11. As for Miller Grove, their victory bumped their record up to 9-2.
Monday's matchup might come down to which pitcher can control the ball better. Lithonia has hit smart this season, having averaged an OBP of 0. However, it's not like Miller Grove struggles in that department as they've averaged 0. With both teams so capable at the plate, fans should be ready for an impressive hitting performance.
Lithonia suffered a grim 19-2 defeat to Miller Grove in their previous meeting back in August of 2022. Will Lithonia 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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