Softball Game Preview: Chaminade Julienne Catholic Eagles vs. Badin Rams

For the second straight game, Chaminade Julienne Catholic will face off against Badin. The Eagles will be playing in front of their home fans against the Rams at 5:00 p.m. on Wednesday. Chaminade Julienne Catholic has given up an average of 11.3 runs per game this season, but Wednesday's game will give them a chance to turn things around.

Chaminade Julienne Catholic is coming in off a wild two-game stretch: after soaring to ten runs on Thursday, they were much more limited against Badin on Monday. They came up short against the Rams, falling 11-1. The defeat continues a trend for the Eagles in their meetings with the Rams: they've now lost three in a row.

For Badin's part, Phebe Kiefer looked comfortable as she struck out six batters over four innings while giving up just one earned run off one hit (and not a single walk). Kiefer has been consistent recently: she hasn't given up more than two walks any time she's pitched this season.

At the plate, Erica Kuhnash was incredible, scoring three runs and stealing a base while getting on base in all four of her plate appearances. She also put up a double, which was her first of the season. Judy Harris was another key player, scoring a run while going 1-for-2.

Badin hit smart and finished the game with only two strikeouts. The team has now struck out at least five batters in five consecutive games.

Badin's victory was their seventh straight at home dating back to last season, which pushed their record up to 5-1. Those home wins came thanks in part to their pitching effort, having only surrendered 1.6 runs on average over those games. As for Chaminade Julienne Catholic, their loss dropped their record down to 3-6.

Both Chaminade Julienne Catholic and Badin just can't seem to miss. The Eagles have been making plenty of contact this season, having averaged 10.3 hits per game. However, it's not like Badin struggles in that department as they've been averaging only 3.2 hits. With both teams so capable at the plate, fans should be ready for an impressive hitting performance. Come back here after the game to get an analysis of the match and other softball content.