North is 2-8 against Riverside since May of 2021 but they'll have a chance to close the gap a little bit on Friday. The Rangers will be playing in front of their home fans against the Beavers at 5:00 p.m. North has given up an average of 7.6 runs per game this season, but Friday's game will give them a chance to turn things around.
North is coming in off a wild two-game stretch: after soaring to 14 runs on Tuesday, they were much more limited against Riverside on Wednesday. They lost 18-2 to the Beavers.
For Riverside's part, Maddy Kevern was a major factor while hitting and pitching. She struck out ten batters over five innings while giving up just two earned runs off seven hits (and only one walk). Those ten strikeouts gave Kevern a new career-high. She was also solid in the batter's box, going 2-for-3 with two runs, one stolen base, and one double.
In other batting news, the team relied heavily on Clara Granchi, who went a perfect 4-for-4 with one home run, four runs, and five RBI. Those five RBI gave her a new career-high. Maddi Proud was another key player, going 2-for-3 with two runs, one triple, and one stolen base.
Riverside was getting hits left and right and finished the game having posted a batting average of .667. That was just more of the same: they've now posted a batting average of .333 or higher in ten consecutive matchups.
North now has a losing record of 4-5. As for Riverside, their defeat dropped their record down to 15-3.
Friday's game will be a test for both teams' pitchers. North hasn't had any issues making contact this season, having earned a batting average of .317. However, it's not like Riverside struggles in that department as they've averaged .410. With both teams so capable at the plate, fans should be ready for an impressive hitting performance. Check MaxPreps after the action for a full breakdown of the game and more softball content.
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