The Medina Bobcats will head out to take on the Richland Springs Coyotes at 5:00 p.m. on Friday. One thing working in Medina's favor is that they have posted at least ten runs in their last three games.
If Medina beats Richland Springs with ten runs on Friday, it's going to be the team's new lucky number: they've won their past two matches with that exact score. The Bobcats came out on top against Menard by a score of 10-5 on Tuesday. The Bobcats haven't had any issues with the Yellowjackets recently, as the game was their fourth consecutive victory against them.
Hattie Barton was a major factor while hitting and pitching. She struck out six batters over seven innings while giving up three earned (and two unearned) runs off nine hits (and not a single walk). She has been consistent for a while: she hasn't given up more than two walks any time she's pitched this season. She was also solid in the batter's box, going 2-for-3 with three RBI and one double. That's the most RBI she has posted since back in March of 2024.
In other batting news, Hallie Kunz was incredible, scoring three runs and stealing a base while going 2-for-4. Another player making a difference was Brylee Joseph, who scored two runs and stole a base while getting on base in all four of her plate appearances.
Richland Springs never got on the board in their matchup last Monday, but that sure wasn't the case in their game against Menard last Friday. They blew past the Yellowjackets 16-5. The Coyotes' hitters stepped up their game for this one, as that was the most runs they've scored all season.
Richland Springs' first win this season bumped their record up to 1-4. As for Medina, their record is now 9-5.
Medina took their victory against Richland Springs in their previous meeting last Monday by a conclusive 10-0 score. The rematch might be a little tougher for the Bobcats since the squad won't have the home-field advantage this time around. We'll see if the change in venue makes a difference.
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