For the second straight game, Clinton will face off against DeSoto Central. The Arrows will face off against the Jaguars at 6:00 p.m. on Thursday. Clinton is coming into the matchup hot, having won their last eight games.
Clinton is on a roll after a high-stakes playoff matchup on Wednesday. They sure made it a nail-biter, but they managed to escape with a 4-3 victory over DeSoto Central.
Annalise Whitworth spent all seven innings on the mound, and it's clear why: she surrendered only one earned (and two unearned) runs on two hits and racked up six Ks.
On the hitting side, Keelyn Constancio was excellent, going 2-for-3 with one stolen base, one run, and one double. Another player making a difference was Madison Nelson, who went 2-for-4 with three RBI and one run.
DeSoto Central's defeat dropped their record down to 23-4. As for Clinton, their win bumped their record up to 18-11.
Thursday's contest will be a test for both teams' pitchers. Clinton hasn't had any issues making contact this season, having earned a batting average of .334. However, it's not like DeSoto Central struggles in that department as they've averaged .379. With both teams so capable at the plate, fans should be ready for an impressive hitting performance. Check MaxPreps after the match for a full breakdown of the game, commentary, and other softball content.
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