York Institute has enjoyed the comforts of home their last three games, but now they'll head out on the road. They will face off against the Clarkrange Buffaloes at 5:00 p.m. on Monday. Given that both teams suffered a loss in their last game, they both have a little extra motivation heading into this match.
York Institute lost 23-8 to Sunbright on Friday.
Jacklyn Delk made the most of her time at bat despite the final result and scored a run and stole two bases while going 2-for-3.
Clarkrange lost 15-3 to Red Boiling Springs on Thursday. Clarkrange has now taken an 'L' in back-to-back games.
Clarkrange saw five different players step up and record at least one hit. One of them was Abbie Stepp, who scored a run and stole a base while going 1-for-2. Stepp is on a roll when it comes to stolen bases, as she's now stolen at least one in the last three games she's played.
York Institute dropped their record down to 3-10 with that loss, which was their fourth straight at home. As for Clarkrange, their defeat dropped their record down to 5-7-1.
Monday's contest might come down to which pitcher can control the ball better. York Institute has hit smart this season, having averaged an OBP of .452. However, it's not like Clarkrange struggles in that department as they've averaged .450. With both teams so capable at the plate, fans should be ready for an impressive hitting performance.
York Institute beat Clarkrange 12-7 in their previous matchup back in March of 2022. The rematch might be a little tougher for York Institute since the squad won't have the home-field advantage this time around. We'll see if the change in venue makes a difference.
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