The Lower Cape May Tigers will head out to challenge the Overbrook Rams at 4:00 p.m. on Friday. Lower Cape May has given up an average of 11.6 runs per game this season, but Friday's game will give them a chance to turn things around.
Monday just wasn't the day for Lower Cape May's offense. They came up short against Atlantic County Institute of Tech on Monday, falling 15-0. The Tigers have struggled against Atlantic County Institute of Tech recently, as the game was their third consecutive lost matchup.
Lower Cape May saw three different players step up and record at least one hit. One of them was Abigail Pellicano, who went 1-for-2 with one stolen base.
Meanwhile, Overbrook entered their tilt with Camden County Vo-Tech on Wednesday with four consecutive wins but they'll enter their next game with five. They walked away with a 9-6 victory over the Warriors.
The team relied heavily on Gianna Simon, who went 3-for-4 with two stolen bases, three runs, and one double. That's the most hits she has posted since back in April. The team also got some help courtesy of Danica Maggi, who went 3-for-4 with five RBI.
Lower Cape May's loss dropped their record down to 15-9. As for Overbrook, their win bumped their record up to 11-15.
Friday's contest might come down to which pitcher can control the ball better. Lower Cape May has hit smart this season, having averaged an OBP of .560. However, it's not like Overbrook struggles in that department as they've averaged .458. With both teams so capable at the plate, fans should be ready for an impressive hitting performance.
Lower Cape May might still be hurting after the 20-8 defeat they got from Overbrook when the teams last played back in March. Can the Tigers avenge their loss or is history doomed to repeat itself? We'll find out soon enough.
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