Westover is on an eight-game streak of home losses dating back to last season, and Western Harnett a four-game streak of away losses also dating back to last season. However, someone's due for a change in luck on Tuesday. The Westover Wolverines will welcome the Western Harnett Eagles at 6:00 p.m. Westover has given up an average of 17.6 runs per game this season, so hopefully the team got some pitching drills in this week.
Westover fell victim to Harnett Central and their airtight pitching crew on Friday. They lost 19-0 to the Trojans.
Meanwhile, Western Harnett had to endure a seven-game losing streak dating back to last season, but that streak is no more. They were the clear victor by a 10-3 margin over Pine Forest on Friday. With that victory, the Eagles brought their scoring average up to 6.3 runs per game.
Morgan McAuley made a big impact while hitting and pitching. She tossed 4.2 innings while giving up just two earned (and one unearned) runs off five hits. She has been nothing but reliable on the mound: she hasn't given up more than one walk in three consecutive appearances. She was also stellar in the batter's box, going 2-for-3 with one home run, three runs, and three RBI. That's the most RBI she has posted since back in April of 2024.
In other batting news, Summer Baker was incredible, scoring three runs and stealing Three bases. while getting on base in three of her four plate appearances. Grace Bancroft was another key player, scoring a run and stealing Two bases. while going 2-for-4.
Westover's loss dropped their record down to 0-5. As for Western Harnett, their win (their first of the season) made their record 1-5.
Westover suffered a grim 15-0 defeat to Western Harnett when the teams last played back in March of 2024. Will Westover have more luck at home instead of on the road? Check back here after the action for a full breakdown and analysis of the contest.
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