Riverside is 1-7 against Stanton since February of 2015 but they'll have a chance to close the gap a little bit on Monday. Riverside will be playing at home against Stanton at 6:00 p.m. Riverside has given up an average of 17.6 runs per game this season, but Monday's game will give them a chance to turn things around.
Riverside had been on a three-game streak of scoring at least ten runs, but Wolfson put an end to it on Wednesday. Riverside lost 15-0 to Wolfson. The game marked the first time this year in which the Generals were not able to get on the board.
Meanwhile, Stanton made easy work of Parsons Christian Academy on Thursday and carried off a 19-9 win. The Blue Devils might be getting used to big wins seeing as the team has won seven matches by seven runs or more this season.
Leah Joseph made a splash no matter where she played. On the mound, she struck out 11 batters over five innings while giving up just two earned (and seven unearned) runs off seven hits. She has been nothing but reliable: she hasn't given up more than two walks in five consecutive appearances. She was also big at the plate, scoring two runs and stealing a base while getting on base in three of her five plate appearances.
In other batting news, Olivia Christovich was a standout: she went a perfect 3-for-3 with two stolen bases, three runs, and four RBI. Emmalyn Gensch was another key player, going 2-for-5 with five RBI, two runs, and one triple.
Stanton has been performing well recently as they've won five of their last six contests. That's provided a nice bump to their 7-2 record this season. Those victories came thanks in part to their hitting performance across that stretch, as they averaged 14.5 runs over those games. Riverside's loss dropped their record down to 2-5.
Monday's game will be a test for both teams' pitchers. Riverside hasn't had any issues making contact this season, having earned a batting average of .423. However, it's not like Stanton struggles in that department as they've averaged .475. With both teams so capable at the plate, fans should be ready for an impressive hitting performance.
Riverside suffered a grim 17-2 defeat to Stanton when the teams last played back in April of 2024. Will Riverside have more luck at home instead of on the road? Check back here after the action for a full breakdown and analysis of the contest.
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