Greeneview is 0-8 against Mechanicsburg since April of 2015 but they'll have a chance to close the gap a little bit on Friday. The Greeneview Rams will be playing at home against the Mechanicsburg Indians at 5:00 p.m. Given that the two teams suffered a loss in their last game, they both have a little extra motivation heading into this match.
On Thursday, it was a hard-fought contest, but Greeneview had to settle for a 7-6 defeat against Carroll. Greeneview has now taken an 'L' in back-to-back games.
Kennedy Dean put in work while hitting and pitching. She looked comfortable on the mound, striking out eight batters over 6.1 innings while giving up four earned (and three unearned) runs off six hits (and only one walk). Dean has been consistent recently: she hasn't pitched less than six innings in four consecutive pitching appearances. Dean was also stellar in the batter's box, scoring two runs and stealing a base while going 1-for-4.
In other batting news, Mya Simpson made the most of her time at bat despite the final result and scored two runs and stole two bases while going 2-for-4.
Meanwhile, Mechanicsburg unfortunately witnessed the end of their nine-game winning streak on Thursday. They suffered a rough 12-6 loss at the hands of Fairbanks.
Bella Batkiewicz made the most of her time at bat despite the final result and went 1-for-3 with a home run and four RBI.
Greeneview's defeat dropped their record down to 10-7. As for Mechanicsburg, their loss ended a 12-game streak of away wins dating back to last season and brought them to 10-2.
Friday's matchup will be a test for both team's pitchers. Greeneview hasn't had any issues making contact this season, having earned a batting average of .427. However, it's not like Mechanicsburg struggles in that department as they've averaged .411. With both teams so capable at the plate, fans should be ready for an impressive hitting performance.
Greeneview came up short against Mechanicsburg when the teams last played back in April of 2023, falling 6-1. Will Greeneview 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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