The Jefferson Democrats will look to take advantage of their home field for the first time this season as they take on the Orthopaedic Vipers at 4:00 p.m. on Wednesday.
Jefferson is headed into their home opener looking to turn things around after starting their season on the road. They lost 18-8 to Bishop Conaty-Loretto on Friday. The Democrats haven't had much luck with the Wildcats recently, as the team has come up short the last three times they've met.
Anahi Avila made the most of her time at bat despite the final result and scored two runs and stole Four bases. while going 1-for-2. Melanie Garcia was another key player, scoring a run and stealing Three bases. while going 1-for-2.
Meanwhile, Orthopaedic was not the first on the board on Monday, but they got there more often. They walked away with a 9-6 win over Roybal. The victory made it back-to-back wins for the Vipers.
Melanie Garcia was incredible, scoring two runs and stealing Six bases. while going 3-for-3. That's the most hits she has posted since back in April of 2024. The team also got some help courtesy of Natalie Garcia, who scored two runs and stole Four bases. while going 2-for-3.
Orthopaedic kept the outfield on their toes and finished the game with 16 hits. They are a perfect 3-0 when they post 11 or more hits.
Jefferson might still be hurting after the 11-0 loss they got from Orthopaedic in their previous matchup back in March of 2023. Will Jefferson 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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