Osceola is 1-7 against Jasper since April of 2019 but they'll have a chance to close the gap a little bit on Thursday. The Indians will head out on the road to take on the Eagles at 2:00 p.m. Osceola has given up an average of 13.6 runs per game this season, but Thursday's game will give them a chance to turn things around.
Osceola came up short against Midway on Wednesday, falling 22-9.
Bella Hamby and Calli Hamby stepped up to the plate in a big way. Bella went 2-for-4 with two stolen bases, two runs, and two RBI, while Calli went 2-for-4 with two runs, one triple, and two RBI. Shaylee Wohlers was another key player, going 1-for-3 with two runs and one stolen base.
Meanwhile, Jasper fell victim to Purdy and their airtight pitching crew on Monday. They lost 6-0 to Purdy.
Osceola's loss dropped their record down to 4-8. As for Jasper, their defeat dropped their record down to 10-13.
Thursday's game might come down to which pitcher can control the ball better. Osceola has hit smart this season, having averaged an OBP of .498. However, it's not like Jasper struggles in that department as they've averaged .467. With both teams so capable at the plate, fans should be ready for an impressive hitting performance.
Osceola suffered a grim 21-3 defeat to Jasper when the teams last played back in March. Can the Indians avenge their loss or is history doomed to repeat itself? We'll find out soon enough.
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