Baseball Preview: Lone Peak Knights vs. Skyridge Falcons
The Lone Peak Knights will be playing in front of their home fans against the Skyridge Falcons at 3:30 p.m. on Friday. Lone Peak is strutting in with some hitting muscle, as they've averaged 7.2 runs per game this season.
On Wednesday, Lone Peak faced Skyridge in a battle between two of the state's top teams. Lone Peak came out on top against Skyridge by a score of 14-11. Both teams can probably skip cardio this week after making that many trips around the bases.
Lance Pettit was a major factor no matter where he played. He looked comfortable on the mound, tossing an inning while giving up no earned runs or hits (he also only allowed one walk). Pettit has been nothing but reliable: he hasn't given up more than two walks in three consecutive pitching appearances. Pettit was also solid in the batter's box, scoring three runs and stealing a base while going 2-for-5.
In other batting news, Bowen Barnes was incredible, getting on base in three of his five plate appearances with a home run and three RBI. Caleb Cathey was another key contributor, scoring two runs and stealing a base while going 3-for-5.
Lone Peak's win ended a three-game drought on the road and puts them at 7-5. As for Skyridge, their loss ended a four-game streak of wins at home dating back to last season and dropped them to 7-4.
Friday's game will be a test for both team's pitchers. Lone Peak hasn't had any issues making contact this season, having earned a batting average of .312. However, it's not like Skyridge struggles in that department as they've averaged .390. With both teams so capable at the plate, fans should be ready for an impressive hitting performance. Check MaxPreps after the action for a full breakdown of the game and more baseball content.
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