For the second straight game, Mitchell will face off against Draughn. Mitchell will be playing in front of their home fans against Draughn at 4:30 p.m. on Thursday. Mitchell has given up an average of 10.7 runs per game this season, but Thursday's game will give them a chance to turn things around.
Mitchell had been on a three-game streak of scoring at least ten runs, but Draughn put an end to it on Tuesday. Mitchell lost 15-2 to Draughn. The Mountaineers haven't had much luck with the Wildcats recently, as the team has come up short the last seven times they've met.
For Draughn's part, Avie Helton made a splash while hitting and pitching. She pitched five innings while giving up just one earned (and one unearned) run off three hits. Helton was also stellar in the batter's box, scoring two runs and stealing a base while going 2-for-2. What's more, she posted three RBI, the most she's had since back in March of 2024.
In other batting news, Lindsey Hensley was incredible, scoring three runs and stealing three bases while going 2-for-2. Another player making a difference was Maria Medrano, who scored two runs while going 2-for-3.
Draughn always had someone on base and finished the game having posted an OBP of .625. They easily outclassed their opponents in that department as Mitchell only posted an OBP of .333.
Draughn pushed their record up to 8-1 with the win, which was their fourth straight at home dating back to last season. Those victories came thanks in part to their hitting performance across that stretch, as they averaged 14.3 runs over those games. As for Mitchell, they now have a losing record of 4-5.
Thursday's matchup will be a test for both teams' pitchers. Mitchell hasn't had any issues making contact this season, having earned a batting average of .345. However, it's not like Draughn struggles in that department as they've averaged .433. 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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