For the second straight game, ALA - Gilbert North will face off against Crismon. The Eagles will host the Rattlers at 3:45 p.m. on Thursday. Both teams are headed into the matchup with plenty of momentum (ALA - Gilbert North has won three straight at home, while Crismon won six straight on the road), something that'll have to change.
On Tuesday, ALA - Gilbert North beat Crismon 7-2.
Braden Maine looked comfortable as he pitched 1.1 innings while giving up no earned runs or hits. He has been consistent for a while: he hasn't given up more than one earned run in nine consecutive appearances.

Tate Clarkson
04/03/25 @ Cactus | 4 |
03/08/25 vs Ogden | 3 |
03/07/25 vs Westlake | 3 |
02/26/25 vs Seton Catholic | 3 |
04/15/25 @ Crismon | 2 |
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On the hitting side, Tate Clarkson was excellent, scoring two runs while going 3-for-4. He has become a key player for ALA - Gilbert North: the team is 7-2 when he posts at least two runs, but 6-7 otherwise. The team also got some help courtesy of Bryson Landon, who went 1-for-3 with three RBI.
ALA - Gilbert North kept the outfield on their toes and finished the game with 13 hits. They are a perfect 10-0 when they post 11 or more hits.
ALA - Gilbert North has been performing incredibly well recently as they've won eight of their last nine matchups. That's provided a massive bump to their 13-9 record this season. The wins came thanks in part to their pitching effort, having only surrendered 2.6 runs on average over those games. As for Crismon, with the defeat, they broke their 11-game winning streak and moved their record to 18-4.
Thursday's contest will be a test for both teams' pitchers. ALA - Gilbert North hasn't had any issues making contact this season, having earned a batting average of .344. However, it's not like Crismon struggles in that department as they've averaged .424. With both teams so capable at the plate, fans should be ready for an impressive hitting performance. Come back here after the game to get an analysis of the match and other baseball content.
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