Softball Game Preview: Templeton Eagles vs. Tulare Western Mustangs

The Templeton Eagles will take on the Tulare Western Mustangs in a tournament on Monday. Templeton will be looking to extend their current four-game winning streak.

Templeton's tournament run continued when they took on Porterville on Saturday. The Eagles walked away with a 7-2 win over the Panthers.

Tegan Jay looked comfortable as she tossed four innings while giving up just one earned run off four hits. She has been nothing but reliable on the mound: she hasn't given up more than two walks in four consecutive appearances.

Ella Acosta

Hits (Career)

04/12/25 vs Porterville	2
04/10/25 vs Atascadero	1
04/08/25 @ Paso Robles	1
03/20/25 vs Paso Robles	1
03/11/25 vs Mission College Prep	1

At the plate, Ella Acosta was incredible, going 2-for-3 with two triples, two runs, and two RBI. Those two hits gave her a new career-high. Grace Morris also deserves some recognition as she hit her first triple of the season.

Templeton was getting hits left and right and finished the game having posted a batting average of .464. They easily outclassed their opponents in that department as Porterville only posted a batting average of .316.

Meanwhile, Tulare Western waltzed into their matchup on Saturday with two straight wins... but they left with three. They narrowly escaped with a victory as the squad sidled past the Wildcats 4-2.

The team relied heavily on Meiah Ledesma, who went a perfect 3-for-3 with one RBI. Another player making a difference was Makayla Leon, who went 2-for-3 with one double and one RBI.

Templeton's record now sits at 10-6. As for Tulare Western, their record is now 12-3-1.

Monday's game will be a test for both teams' pitchers. Templeton hasn't had any issues making contact this season, having earned a batting average of .321. However, it's not like Tulare Western struggles in that department as they've averaged .375. With both teams so capable at the plate, fans should be ready for an impressive hitting performance. Check back here after the action for a full breakdown and analysis of the contest.