The Model Patriots will face off against the Jackson County Generals at 6:00 p.m. on Thursday. Model is strutting in with some hitting muscle as they've averaged 8.9 runs per game this season.
Model took a 14-run loss the last time they faced off against Nicholas County, but this time they managed to keep it close and that made all the difference. The Patriots won by a run and slipped past the Bluejackets 5-4.
Kendall Maggard made a big impact while hitting and pitching. She didn't allow a single earned run over seven innings pitched. She has been consistent recently: she hasn't given up more than two walks in four consecutive appearances. She was also big at the plate, going 1-for-3 with one stolen base, one run, and one double.
In other batting news, Aliyah Wever was incredible, going 3-for-4 with three runs, one triple, and one stolen base. Another player making a difference was Josie Williams, who went a perfect 3-for-3 with one RBI.
Model was getting hits left and right and finished the game having posted a batting average of .400. They easily outclassed their opponents in that department as Nicholas County only posted a batting average of .200.
Meanwhile, Jackson County never let their opponents score on Tuesday. They were the clear victors by a 7-0 margin over McCreary Central. The result was nothing new for the Generals, who have now won eight matchups by six runs or more so far this season.
The win got Jackson County back to even at 11-11. As for Model, they have been performing well recently as they've won ten of their last 12 contests. That's provided a nice bump to their 12-4 record this season.
Model might still be hurting after the 10-0 defeat they got from Jackson County when the teams last played back in April of 2024. Will the Patriots have more luck at home instead of on the road? Check MaxPreps after the action for a full breakdown of the game and more softball content.
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