For the second straight game, Idaho Falls will face off against Shelley. The Tigers will head out to challenge the Russets at 4:00 p.m. on Thursday. Idaho Falls has given up an average of 9.2 runs per game this season, but Thursday's game will give them a chance to turn things around.
Idaho Falls came up short against Shelley on Wednesday, falling 16-6. The Tigers haven't had much luck with the Russets recently, as the team has come up short the last three times they've met.
For Shelley's part, Macie Winder made a big impact no matter where she played. She looked comfortable on the mound, striking out six batters over seven innings while giving up just two earned (and four unearned) runs off 12 hits (and only one walk). Winder was even better at the plate, firing off two home runs, five RBI, and three runs while going 4-for-5. Those five RBI gave her a new career-high.
In other batting news, Sarah Kidman was a standout: she went 3-for-4 with one home run, four runs, and two stolen bases. The dominant performance also gave her a new career-high in RBI (four). Carlie Hurd was another key player, scoring three runs and stealing a base while going 3-for-4.
Shelley lost a few balls and finished the game with four home runs. They easily outclassed their opponents in that department as Idaho Falls only launched one home run.
The victory made it two in a row for Shelley and bumps their season record up to 12-5. Those wins came thanks in part to their hitting performance across that stretch, as they averaged 13.5 runs over those games. As for Idaho Falls, their defeat dropped their record down to 5-8.
Thursday's matchup will be a test for both teams' pitchers. Idaho Falls hasn't had any issues making contact this season, having earned a batting average of .337. However, it's not like Shelley struggles in that department as they've averaged .319. With both teams so capable at the plate, fans should be ready for an impressive hitting performance. Check back here after the action for a full breakdown and analysis of the contest.
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