Southwest DeKalb hasn't had much luck against St. Pius X Catholic recently, but that could start to change on Wednesday. The Southwest DeKalb Panthers will look to defend their home field against the St. Pius X Catholic Golden Lions at 5:30 p.m. Southwest DeKalb is strutting in with some hitting muscle as they've averaged 10.2 runs per game this season.
Southwest DeKalb's pitching crew heads into the match hoping to repeat the dominance they displayed on Tuesday. They put the hurt on Tucker with a sharp 19-0 win. Considering the Panthers have won three games by more than 14 runs this season, Tuesday's blowout was nothing new.
Jasmin Josey was a major factor no matter where she played. She looked comfortable on the mound, pitching an inning while giving up no earned runs or hits. She has been consistent recently: she hasn't given up more than two hits in three consecutive pitching appearances. She was even better at the plate, scoring three runs and stealing two bases while going 2-for-2. She also hit a triple, marking her first of the season.
In other batting news, Bailee Canty was incredible, scoring three runs and stealing two bases while going 2-for-3. Another player making a difference was Te'Ayzia Redding, who scored two runs and stole a base while getting on base in all three of her plate appearances.
Meanwhile, after a string of three wins, St. Pius X Catholic's good fortune finally ran out on Monday. They fell just short of Riverwood by a score of 8-6. For those keeping track at home, that's the closest loss the Golden Lions have suffered since August 10, 2023.
Regan Waters made the most of her time at bat despite the final result and scored a run and stole three bases while going 2-for-4. The team also got some help courtesy of Merrit Gorman, who went 3-for-4 with two RBI.
Southwest DeKalb's victory bumped their record up to 4-2. As for St. Pius X Catholic, their defeat dropped their record down to 4-3.
Wednesday's contest will be a test for both team's pitchers. Southwest DeKalb hasn't had any issues making contact this season, having earned a batting average of 0. However, it's not like St. Pius X Catholic struggles in that department as they've averaged 0. With both teams so capable at the plate, fans should be ready for an impressive hitting performance.
Southwest DeKalb suffered a grim 16-1 defeat to St. Pius X Catholic when the teams last played back in September of 2021. Will Southwest DeKalb have more luck at home instead of on the road? Check MaxPreps after the action for a full breakdown of the game and more softball content.
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