The North Union Wildcats will take on the Jonathan Alder Pioneers at 5:15 p.m. on Friday. The squads are rolling into the game with opposing streaks: North Union has struggled recently with three losses in a row, while Jonathan Alder will arrive with four straight wins.
On Wednesday, North Union didn't have quite enough to beat Shawnee and fell 2-1.
North Union saw four different players step up and record at least one hit. One of them was Kailin McElroy, who went 2-for-3 with one stolen base.
Jonathan Alder came out on top against Tecumseh on Wednesday thanks in part to the team's impressive five-run seventh inning. The Pioneers walked away with a 9-4 victory over the Arrows.
Taryn Miller tossed a big game, tossing six innings while giving up three earned runs off nine hits. She has been nothing but reliable on the mound: she hasn't given up more than two walks in five consecutive appearances.
On the hitting side, Natalie Neumeier was incredible, firing off two home runs and three RBI while going 2-for-4. Those two home runs gave her a new career-high. Another player making a difference was Riley Magginis, who went 1-for-3 with two runs and one double.
Jonathan Alder's win bumped their record up to 12-9. As for North Union, they now have a losing record of 10-11.
Friday's matchup will be a test for both teams' pitchers. North Union hasn't had any issues making contact this season, having earned a batting average of .316. However, it's not like Jonathan Alder struggles in that department as they've averaged .366. With both teams so capable at the plate, fans should be ready for an impressive hitting performance.
North Union couldn't quite get it done against Jonathan Alder when the teams last played back in April of 2024 as they fell 10-6. Will the Wildcats 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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