The Scotland/Menno Trappers will head out on the road to challenge the Alcester-Hudson Cubs at 4:30 p.m. on Friday. Each of these teams will be fighting to keep a win streak alive as Scotland/Menno comes in on five and Alcester-Hudson on four.
In what's become a running theme this season, Scotland/Menno gave their fans yet another huge win on Tuesday. They were the clear victor by a 13-3 margin over Freeman/Marion/Freeman Academy.
Olivia Binde was a major factor no matter where she played. She looked comfortable on the mound, pitching six innings while giving up three earned runs off six hits. Binde has been nothing but reliable: she hasn't pitched less than five innings in nine consecutive pitching appearances. Binde was also big at the plate, scoring two runs while going 2-for-4.
In other batting news, Trinity Bietz and Kimmy Kubal did most of the damage at the plate: Bietz went 3-for-3 with a home run, four RBI, and two runs, while Kubal scored two runs and stole three bases while going 3-for-3. Amanda Rames was another key contributor, scoring two runs while going 1-for-3.
Meanwhile, Alcester-Hudson won against Elkton/Lake Benton on Tuesday with five runs and they decided to stick to that run total again on Tuesday. Alcester-Hudson skirted past Viborg/Hurley 5-4.
Emma Moller spent all six innings played on the mound, and it's clear why: she surrendered four earned runs on three hits and racked up 13 Ks.
On the hitting side, Delta Pies and Paxtyn Moller did most of the damage at the plate: Pies scored a run while getting on base in three of her four plate appearances, while Moller scored a run and stole a base while getting on base in two of her four plate appearances.
Scotland/Menno is on a roll lately: they've won eight of their last nine matches, which provided a nice bump to their 10-3 record this season. As for Alcester-Hudson, their record now sits at 15-6.
Friday's contest will be a test for both team's pitchers. Scotland/Menno hasn't had any issues making contact this season, having earned a batting average of .350. However, it's not like Alcester-Hudson struggles in that department as they've averaged .392. With both teams so capable at the plate, fans should be ready for an impressive hitting performance. Check MaxPreps after the match for a full breakdown of the game, commentary, and other softball content.
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