The Whitney Wildcats will head out on the road to take on the Oxford Academy Patriots at 3:15 p.m. on Friday. Keep an eye on the score for this one: the pair posted some lofty run totals in their previous games.
Whitney was handed a 16-point defeat in their previous outing, but they didn't let that bad energy affect their game against Glenn on Thursday. Whitney came out on top in a nail-biter against Glenn and snuck past 10-8. The win was just what Whitney needed coming off of a 16-0 loss in their prior game.
Chiugo Anyama was incredible, getting on base in all four of her plate appearances with a home run, three RBI, and two runs. Another player making a difference was Madison Velazquez, who scored two runs while going 2-for-4.
Meanwhile, in what's become a running theme this season, Oxford Academy gave their fans yet another huge victory on Tuesday. They never let Glenn onto the board and left with a 13-0 win.
Emily Ganguly spent all seven innings on the mound, and it's clear why: she surrendered just zero earned runs on two hits and racked up 11 Ks. She has been nothing but reliable: she hasn't pitched less than five innings in four consecutive pitching appearances.
At the plate, Ella Pace was incredible, going 2-for-3 with three RBI, two runs, and a triple. The team also got some help courtesy of Monique Rojas, who scored three runs and stole two bases while going 1-for-3.
Whitney's victory bumped their record up to 8-6. As for Oxford Academy, they pushed their record up to 19-3 with that win, which was their 14th straight at home dating back to last season.
Friday's match might come down to which pitcher can control the ball better. Whitney has hit smart this season, having averaged an OBP of .493. However, it's not like Oxford Academy struggles in that department as they've averaged .532. With both teams so capable at the plate, fans should be ready for an impressive hitting performance.
Whitney might still be hurting after the 12-2 defeat they got from Oxford Academy when the teams last played back in March. Can Whitney avenge their loss or is history doomed to repeat itself? We'll find out soon enough.
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