Madison County is a perfect 10-0 against Kate Duncan Smith DAR since April of 2021 and they'll have a chance to extend that dominance on Tuesday. Madison County is taking a road trip to square off against Kate Duncan Smith DAR at 4:30 p.m. Madison County will be strutting in after a win while Kate Duncan Smith DAR will be coming in after a loss.
Madison County was handed a heart-breaking two-run defeat in their last match, but they sure didn't let that happen against North Jackson on Thursday. Madison County was the clear victor by an 11-2 margin over North Jackson. The Tigers haven't had any issues with the Chiefs recently, as the game was their sixth consecutive victory against them.
Marion Gamble
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Marion Gamble spent all seven innings on the mound, and it's clear why: she surrendered two runs (both of which were unearned) on four hits. She has been consistent recently: she hasn't given up more than two walks in three consecutive appearances.
At the plate, Madison County let Allison Yeary and Sydney Gurley run wild. Yeary got on base in three of her five plate appearances with one home run, three RBI, and two runs, while Gurley scored two runs while getting on base in all five of her plate appearances. That's the most runs Yeary has posted over her last 12 contests. Addy Gustafson also deserves some recognition as she hit her first double of the season.
Madison County kept the outfield on their toes and finished the game with 14 hits. That's the most hits they've managed all season.
Meanwhile, Kate Duncan Smith DAR lost 11-5 to Bob Jones on Tuesday.
Nataly Grimmett made the most of her time at bat despite the final result and scored a run while going 1-for-3. Another player making a difference was Anna Jackson, who scored a run while going 1-for-3.
Madison County's win bumped their record up to 13-9. As for Kate Duncan Smith DAR, their loss dropped their record down to 12-10.
Tuesday's game will be a test for both teams' pitchers. Madison County hasn't had any issues making contact this season, having earned a batting average of .327. However, it's not like Kate Duncan Smith DAR struggles in that department as they've averaged .332. With both teams so capable at the plate, fans should be ready for an impressive hitting performance.
Everything went Madison County's way against Kate Duncan Smith DAR in their previous matchup on March 6th, as Madison County made off with a 16-0 victory. The rematch might be a little tougher for Madison County since the squad won't have the home-field advantage this time around. We'll see if the change in venue makes a difference.
