Whiting is on a four-game streak of home losses, Morgan Township a seven-game streak of away losses (dating back to last season), but someone's luck is about to change. The Whiting Oilers will take on the Morgan Township Cherokees at 5:00 p.m. on Thursday. Having both just faced considerable losses, both teams are looking to turn things around.
Last Tuesday, Whiting suffered a rough 23-6 defeat at the hands of Hammond Bishop Noll.
Whiting saw four different players step up and record at least one hit. One of them was Lily Morando, who scored two runs while going 2-for-3. Another player making a difference was Jordyn Rivera, who scored a run and stole a base while going 1-for-2.
Meanwhile, Morgan Township scored the most runs they've had all season on Monday, but it wasn't enough. They wound up on the wrong side of a tough 24-15 walloping at the hands of Boone Grove.
Reilly Biggs was cooking despite her team's loss, firing off two home runs, seven RBI, and four runs while going 4-for-4. Abby Wasz was another key contributor, going 2-for-5 with a home run, three RBI, and a double.
Even though they lost, Morgan Township kept the outfield on their toes and finished the game with 16 hits. That's the most hits they've managed all season.
Whiting's loss dropped their record down to 3-8. As for Morgan Township, their defeat dropped their record down to 1-7.
Thursday's matchup will be a test for both team's pitchers. Whiting hasn't had any issues making contact this season, having earned a batting average of .362. However, it's not like Morgan Township struggles in that department as they've averaged .329. With both teams so capable at the plate, fans should be ready for an impressive hitting performance.
Whiting might still be hurting after the 15-0 loss they got from Morgan Township in their previous matchup back in April of 2023. Will Whiting 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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