Preview: Barstow Aztecs vs. Adelanto Saints
Barstow is 10-0 against Adelanto since April of 2021, and they'll have a chance to extend that success on Tuesday. The Barstow Aztecs will be staying on the road to face off against the Adelanto Saints at 3:15 p.m. Barstow is strutting in with some hitting muscle, as they've averaged 8.8 runs per game this season.
Last Thursday, it was a hard-fought match, but Barstow had to settle for an 11-9 defeat against Granite Hills.
Mariah Rodriguez made the most of her time at bat despite the final result and fired off two home runs and five RBI while going 4-for-4. Another player making a difference was Alyssa Ramsey, who scored two runs while going 1-for-3.
Meanwhile, Adelanto entered their tilt with Rialto with four consecutive wins but they'll enter their next game with five. They put the hurt on the Knights with a sharp 10-3 victory on Saturday.
Lexie Rivera was incredible, scoring three runs and stealing a base while going 2-for-3. The team also got some help courtesy of Monica Flores, who scored a run while going 2-for-4.
Barstow's loss dropped their record down to 8-7. As for Adelanto, they pushed their record up to 11-6 with that win, which was their fourth straight at home.
Tuesday's game will be a test for both team's pitchers. Barstow hasn't had any issues making contact this season, having earned a batting average of .389. However, it's not like Adelanto struggles in that department as they've averaged .355. With both teams so capable at the plate, fans should be ready for an impressive hitting performance.
Barstow took their victory against Adelanto when the teams last played on March 7th by a conclusive 13-1. The rematch might be a little tougher for Barstow since the team won't have the home-field advantage this time around. We'll see if the change in venue makes a difference.
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