For the second straight game, Trimble County will face off against Owen County. The Raiders will take on the Rebels at 6:00 p.m. on Thursday. Trimble County is strutting in with some hitting muscle as they've averaged 7.3 runs per game this season.
Trimble County took a loss when they played away from home on Monday, but their home fans gave them all the motivation they needed on Tuesday. They came out on top against Owen County by a score of 6-2. The game snapped a strange streak: the last three times these teams have met, it?s been the away team that?s taken home the W.
Hannah Chilton made a splash while hitting and pitching. She looked comfortable on the mound, pitching 2.2 innings while giving up no earned runs off one hit. She has been nothing but reliable: she hasn't given up more than one walk in five consecutive appearances. She was also stellar in the batter's box, going 1-for-2 with one home run and three RBI.
Chilton wasn't the only one making solid contact as three players wound up with at least one hit. One of them was Jocie Stucker, who went 1-for-2 with two runs.
Trimble County pushed their record up to 15-7 with the win, which was their third straight at home. Those home victories came thanks in part to their hitting performance across that stretch, as they averaged 9.3 runs over those games. As for Owen County, they have traveled a rocky road recently, having lost nine of their last ten matchups. That's put a noticeable dent in their 5-9 record this season.
Thursday's game will be a test for both teams' pitchers. Trimble County hasn't had any issues making contact this season, having earned a batting average of .376. However, it's not like Owen County struggles in that department as they've averaged .344. With both teams so capable at the plate, fans should be ready for an impressive hitting performance. Check MaxPreps after the match for a full breakdown of the game, commentary, and other softball content.
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