The Reedy Lions will be staying on the road on Friday to face off against the White Longhorns at 6:30 p.m. Reedy is strutting in with some hitting muscle as they've averaged 9 runs per game this season.
Reedy is on a roll after a high-stakes playoff matchup on Thursday. Their pitcher stepped up to hand White a 15-0 shutout. Considering Reedy has won 11 matches by more than five runs this season, Thursday's blowout was nothing new.
Malaina Boyst looked comfortable as she struck out eight batters over three innings while giving up no earned runs or hits (and not a single walk). She has been consistent recently: she hasn't tossed less than five strikeouts in three consecutive pitching appearances.
At the plate, Katelyn Crosby was a standout: she scored two runs and stole a base while going 3-for-3. Another player making a difference was Kennedy Henrich, who went 2-for-2 with two runs, a triple, and two RBI.
Reedy has been performing well recently as they've won five of their last six matchups, which provided a nice bump to their 20-10-1 record this season. As for White, their defeat dropped their record down to 18-12.
Friday's contest will be a test for both team's pitchers. Reedy hasn't had any issues making contact this season, having earned a batting average of .357. However, it's not like White struggles in that department as they've averaged .466. 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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