The Mosley Dolphins will take on the Destin Sharks in a tournament on Tuesday. Having both just faced considerable losses, both teams are looking to turn things around.
Mosley lost 11-1 to Leon on Friday. The Dolphins haven't had much luck with the Lions recently, as the team has come up short the last four times they've met.
Meanwhile, Destin came up short against Gulf Breeze on Monday, falling 20-2. The Sharks have now taken an 'L' in back-to-back games.
Aspen Benscoter put in work while hitting and pitching. She looked comfortable on the mound, tossing 4.1 innings while giving up just one earned (and 12 unearned) runs off six hits. She has been consistent : she hasn't tossed less than five strikeouts in five consecutive appearances. She was also big at the plate, going a perfect 2-for-2 with one double and one RBI.
Benscoter wasn't the only one making solid contact as two players wound up with at least one hit. One of them was Anita Palmer, who scored a run while going 1-for-3.
Mosley's loss dropped their record down to 5-8. As for Destin, their defeat dropped their record down to 12-8.
Tuesday's match might come down to which pitcher can control the ball better. Mosley has hit smart this season, having averaged an OBP of .436. However, it's not like Destin struggles in that department as they've averaged .481. With both teams so capable at the plate, fans should be ready for an impressive hitting performance.
Mosley suffered a grim 11-1 defeat to Destin in their previous meeting back in February. Will the Dolphins have more luck at home instead of on the road? Come back here after the game to get an analysis of the match and other softball content.
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