Mount Miguel is 0-10 against Helix since May of 2015 but things could change on Wednesday. The Matadors will welcome the Highlanders at 4:00 p.m. Mount Miguel has given up an average of 12.2 runs per game this season, but Wednesday's game will give them a chance to turn things around.
Grossmont hit Mount Miguel with a four-run second inning on Wednesday, which goes a long way in explaining the final result. The Matadors lost 11-1 to the Foothillers.
Mount Miguel saw two different players step up and record at least one hit. One of them was Kelly Jelowdar, who went 1-for-2 with one run and one double. That double marked the first that Jelowdar has hit this season. A Sinsay was another, going 1-for-2 with one stolen base and one RBI.
Meanwhile, Helix never let their opponents score on Friday. Everything went their way against Monte Vista as they made off with a 20-0 win. Considering the Highlanders have won 12 matchups by more than five runs this season, Friday's blowout was nothing new.
Katelyn Woodland looked comfortable as she struck out eight batters over three innings while giving up no earned runs or hits (and not a single walk). She has been consistent: she hasn't given up more than one earned run in six consecutive appearances.
On the hitting side, Helix let Naviah Conchas and LaNiah Broom run wild. Conchas got on base in all four of her plate appearances with four RBI, one run, and one double, while Broom went 2-for-3 with three runs and three RBI. Another player making a difference was Lauren Farace, who went 1-for-3 with three runs, one stolen base, and one RBI.
Helix always had someone on base and finished the game having posted an OBP of .800. That's the best OBP they've posted all season.
Helix has been performing well recently as they've won five of their last six games. That's provided a nice bump to their 14-6 record this season. Those victories came thanks in part to their pitching effort, having only surrendered 1.8 runs on average over those games. As for Mount Miguel, their loss dropped their record down to 5-9.
Wednesday's contest might come down to which pitcher can control the ball better. Mount Miguel has hit smart this season, having averaged an OBP of .540. However, it's not like Helix struggles in that department as they've averaged .499. With both teams so capable at the plate, fans should be ready for an impressive hitting performance.
Mount Miguel might still be hurting after the 19-0 defeat they got from Helix in their previous matchup back in April. Will the Matadors 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.
