Lincoln County is 0-4 against Lakeside since September of 2015 but they'll have a chance to close the gap a little bit on Saturday. The Lincoln County Red Devils will host the Lakeside Panthers at 11:00 a.m. Lincoln County is strutting in with some hitting muscle as they've averaged 8.4 runs per game this season.
On Thursday, Lincoln County was able to grind out a solid victory over Oglethorpe County, taking the game 7-3.
Jordin Hilton made a big impact no matter where she played. She looked comfortable on the mound, pitching seven innings while giving up three earned runs off ten hits. Hilton was also big at the plate, going 2-for-4 with a double and an RBI. That double was she's first for the season.
In other batting news, the team relied heavily on Jaeda Henderson, who scored a run and stole two bases while getting on base in four of her five plate appearances. Another player making a difference was Hannah Moon, who scored a run while going 2-for-4.
Lincoln County kept the outfield on their toes and finished the game with 13 hits. That strong performance was nothing new for the team: they've now hit at least eight hits in three consecutive matches.
Meanwhile, Tuesday just wasn't the day for Lakeside's offense. They lost 9-0 to Harlem on Tuesday. The Panthers have struggled against the Bulldogs recently, as their game on Tuesday was their sixth consecutive lost matchup.
Mak White spent all six innings played on the mound, and it's clear why: she surrendered four earned (and five unearned) runs on eight hits.
Lincoln County now has a winning record of 3-2. As for Lakeside, their loss ended a four-game streak of wins at home dating back to last season and dropped them to 3-2.
Both both teams just can't seem to miss. Lincoln County has been making plenty of contact this season, having averaged 10.2 hits per game. However, it's not like Lakeside struggles in that department as they've been averaging only 5.6. With both teams so capable at the plate, fans should be ready for an impressive hitting performance.
Lincoln County might still be hurting after the 13-0 defeat they got from Lakeside when the teams last played back in August of 2020. Will Lincoln County have more luck at home instead of on the road? Check MaxPreps after the match for a full breakdown of the game, commentary, and other softball content.
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