The O'Connell Buccaneers will be playing at home against the First Baptist Christian Warriors at 5:00 p.m. on Thursday. Both teams are sauntering into the matchup backed by comfortable wins in their prior games.
O'Connell had to travel to play their first game of the season, but the final result was worth the trip. Their pitchers stepped up to hand La Marque a 15-0 shutout on March 5th.
Meanwhile, First Baptist Christian scored the most runs they've had all season to find success on Tuesday. They put the hurt on Westbury Christian with a sharp 20-1 victory. The result was nothing new for First Baptist Christian, who have now won six games by seven runs or more so far this season.
Theresa Antimo was a major factor no matter where she played. She struck out six batters over three innings while giving up just one earned run off four hits (and only one walk). Antimo has been consistent recently: she hasn't given up more than two walks in nine consecutive pitching appearances. Antimo was also big at the plate, scoring a run while going 2-for-2.
In other batting news, Abi Gardner was incredible, getting on base in all three of her plate appearances with three runs, three RBI, and a triple. Bailey Bell was another key contributor, scoring a run and stealing two bases while getting on base in all three of her plate appearances.
O'Connell might still be hurting after the 18-4 defeat they got from First Baptist Christian in their previous matchup back in April of 2023. Will O'Connell 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.
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