Southeast Raleigh is 0-6 against Corinth Holders since March of 2022 but things could change on Tuesday. Southeast Raleigh will be playing in front of their home fans against Corinth Holders at 5:00 p.m. Southeast Raleigh has given up an average of 19.9 runs per game this season, but Tuesday's game will give them a chance to turn things around.
Southeast Raleigh is headed into Tuesday's matchup looking for a big change in momentum after dropping their fifth straight game on Friday. They came up short against South Garner, falling 17-8.
Austyn Jones was cooking despite her team's loss, going 2-for-3 with two triples, two stolen bases, and two RBI. Those two triples gave her a new career-high. The team also got some help courtesy of Seanna Alebiosu, who scored three runs and stole a base while going 4-for-4.
Meanwhile, Corinth Holders had already won two in a row (a stretch where they outscored their opponents by an average of 11 runs) and they went ahead and made it three on Friday. They were the clear victors by a 9-3 margin over the Storm. The Pirates might be getting used to big wins seeing as the team has won five contests by six runs or more this season.
Elizabeth McKenzie spent all seven innings on the mound, and it's clear why: she surrendered three earned runs on five hits. She has been nothing but reliable: she hasn't given up more than two walks in four consecutive appearances.
On the hitting side, Rachel Miura was incredible, going 2-for-3 with one home run and four RBI. Ava Marks was another key player, scoring two runs and stealing a base while going 1-for-4.
Corinth Holders' win bumped their record up to 8-2. As for Southeast Raleigh, their defeat dropped their record down to 2-9.
Tuesday's game might come down to which pitcher can control the ball better. Southeast Raleigh has hit smart this season, having averaged an OBP of .540. However, it's not like Corinth Holders 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.
Southeast Raleigh might still be hurting after the 17-0 loss they got from Corinth Holders in their previous matchup back in March of 2024. Can Southeast Raleigh avenge their defeat or is history doomed to repeat itself? We'll find out soon enough.
