Kearns hasn't had much luck against Hunter recently, but that could start to change on Thursday. The Cougars will welcome the Wolverines at 3:30 p.m. Kearns has given up an average of 11.4 runs per game this season, but Thursday's game will give them a chance to turn things around.
Kearns is headed into Thursday's game looking for a big change in momentum after dropping their fifth straight game on Tuesday. They came up short against West Jordan, falling 13-0. The contest marked the first time this year in which the Cougars were not able to get on the board.
Meanwhile, after low-scoring totals in their previous three matchup, Hunter brought some dynamite into their most recent game. They put the hurt on Granger with a sharp 18-4 win on Wednesday. The victory was a breath of fresh air for the Wolverines as it put an end to their three-game losing streak.
LEILA AIONO made a splash while hitting and pitching. She looked comfortable on the mound, pitching three innings while giving up just one earned (and one unearned) run off three hits. She has been consistent for a while: she hasn't given up more than two walks in ten consecutive appearances. She was also solid in the batter's box, going a perfect 2-for-2 with three RBI and one triple.
In other batting news, KENYA LAPUAHO was incredible, firing off two home runs, six RBI, and three runs while going 4-for-4. Those six RBI gave her a new career-high. SARAHI GOMEZ was another key player, going 3-for-4 with three runs, one triple, and one stolen base.
Hunter always had someone on base and finished the game having posted an OBP of .588. They are 5-1 when they post an OBP of .513 or better.
Kearns' defeat dropped their record down to 4-11. As for Hunter, their win bumped their record up to 7-11.
Kearns suffered a grim 17-3 defeat to Hunter when the teams last played back in March. Will the Cougars have more luck at home instead of on the road? Check MaxPreps after the action for a full breakdown of the game and more softball content.
Article generated by infoSentience based on data entered on MaxPreps
