Softball Preview: Dolores Huerta Prep Scorpions vs. James Irwin Jaguars
The Dolores Huerta Prep Scorpions will face off against the James Irwin Jaguars at 7:00 p.m. on Tuesday. Dolores Huerta Prep will be hoping to continue their three-game streak of scoring more runs each match than the last.
Having struggled with 12 losses in a row dating back to last season, Dolores Huerta Prep finally turned things around against Non Varsity Opponent two weeks ago. They and Non Varsity Opponent finished up their contest with a 14-14 draw. One positive for the Scorpions, at least, is that this was the most points they've scored all season.
Meanwhile, after soaring to 34 runs the game before, James Irwin was a bit more limited in their matchup on Monday. They came up short against The Classical Academy, falling 17-1. The defeat continues a trend for the Jaguars in their matchups with the Titans: they've now lost four in a row.
Joelle Hassler made the most of her time at bat despite the final result and scored a run and stole two bases while going 1-for-1.
With that tie, Dolores Huerta Prep's record moves to 0-5-1. As for James Irwin, their loss dropped their record down to 4-7.
Tuesday's game will be a test for both team's pitchers. Dolores Huerta Prep hasn't had any issues making contact this season, having earned a batting average of 0. However, it's not like James Irwin struggles in that department as they've averaged 0. With both teams so capable at the plate, fans should be ready for an impressive hitting performance.
Dolores Huerta Prep might still be hurting after the 19-4 defeat they got from James Irwin in their previous matchup back in September of 2023. Can Dolores Huerta Prep avenge their loss or is history doomed to repeat itself? We'll find out soon enough.
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