For the second straight game, Corpus Christi Veterans Memorial will face off against Weslaco East. The Eagles will head out to square off against the Wildcats at 6:30 p.m. on Friday. Corpus Christi Veterans Memorial will be looking to extend their current 27-game winning streak.
Corpus Christi Veterans Memorial is on a roll after a high-stakes playoff matchup on Thursday. They blew past Weslaco East 16-1. The result was nothing new for the Eagles, who have now won 22 matchups by seven runs or more so far this season.
Corpus Christi Veterans Memorial got a great performance from Meredith Cavazos as she tossed five innings while giving up just one earned run off five hits. Cavazos has been consistent for a while: she hasn't given up more than two walks in 12 consecutive appearances.
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At the plate, Parker Malone and Desi Garcia did most of the damage at the plate: Malone got on base in all four of her plate appearances with one home run, three runs, and three RBI, while Garcia went a perfect 3-for-3 with four runs, one stolen base, and two RBI. Malone has been hot recently, having posted at least one home run the last three times she's played. Another player making a difference was Jada Zepeda, who went 2-for-4 with two runs, two doubles, and one RBI.
Corpus Christi Veterans Memorial kept the outfield on their toes and finished the game with 16 hits. That strong performance was nothing new for the team: they've now got at least eight hits in seven consecutive contests.
Corpus Christi Veterans Memorial pushed their record up to 28-2 with the win, which was their 21st straight at home dating back to last season. Those home victories came thanks in part to their hitting performance across that stretch, as they averaged 13.6 runs over those games. As for Weslaco East, their loss ended a four-game streak of away wins and brought them to 21-5.
Friday's game might come down to which pitcher can control the ball better. Corpus Christi Veterans Memorial has hit smart this season, having averaged an OBP of .537. However, it's not like Weslaco East struggles in that department as they've averaged .473. 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.
