The Izard County Cougars will head out on the road to face off against the South Side Hornet at 4:30 p.m. on Friday. Keep an eye on the score for this one: the pair posted some lofty run totals in their previous games.
Izard County was handed a two-point loss in their last game, but they sure didn't let that happen against Cedar Ridge on Tuesday. Everything went Izard County's way against Cedar Ridge as Izard County made off with a 12-2 victory.
Meanwhile, South Side scored the most runs they've had all season to find success on Thursday. They never let White County Central onto the board and left with a 15-0 win. South Side might be getting used to big wins seeing as the team's won five matches by ten runs or more this season.
Ana Goodwin and Ali Goodwin made a splash no matter where they played. Throwing, Goodwin tossed three innings while giving up no earned runs or hits (she also only allowed one walk). Meanwhile, Goodwin tossed two innings while giving up no earned runs off two hits (she also didn't allow any walks). She has been nothing but reliable on the mound: she hasn't given up more than two walks in five consecutive pitching appearances. At bat, Goodwin scored a run while getting on base in three of her four plate appearances, while Goodwin scored a run while getting on base in three of her five plate appearances.
In other batting news, Lina Sullivan was a standout: she scored four runs and stole two bases while getting on base in all four of her plate appearances. Another player making a difference was Haddi Hulse, who scored three runs and stole two bases while getting on base in three of her four plate appearances.
The victory got Izard County back to even at 3-3. As for South Side, their win bumped their record up to 10-3.
Izard County beat South Side 5-2 in their previous meeting back in April of 2023. The rematch might be a little tougher for Izard County since the team 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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