The Goochland Bulldogs will face off against the Monticello Mustangs at 6:30 p.m. on Thursday. Goochland is strutting in with some hitting muscle as they've averaged 7.3 runs per game this season.
Tuesday just wasn't the day for Goochland's offense. They came up short against Louisa County on Tuesday, falling 7-0. The loss continues a trend for the Bulldogs in their meetings with the Lions: they've now lost seven in a row.
Monticello never got on the board in their matchup on Monday, but that sure wasn't the case in their game against Fluvanna County on Tuesday. They blew past the Flying Flucos 13-3. Considering the Mustangs have won five contests by more than five runs this season, Tuesday's blowout was nothing new.
Madison Steppe made a big impact no matter where she played. She struck out 14 batters over six innings while giving up three earned runs off seven hits (and only one walk). She has been consistent for a while: she hasn't given up more than two walks in nine consecutive appearances. She was also big at the plate, going a perfect 3-for-3 with three RBI. Those three RBI gave her a new career-high.
In other batting news, the team relied heavily on Willow Barr, who went 3-for-5 with three runs, one stolen base, and two RBI. Stella Snoddy was another key player, going 1-for-5 with one home run and three runs.
Monticello always had someone on base and finished the game having posted an OBP of .514. That's the best OBP they've posted all season.
Monticello's victory bumped their record up to 9-3. As for Goochland, their defeat dropped their record down to 7-5.
Goochland couldn't quite get it done against Monticello in their previous meeting on April 8th as they fell 3-0. Will the Bulldogs 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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