For the second straight game, Timpanogos will face off against Provo. The Timberwolves will square off against the Bulldogs at 3:30 p.m. on Friday. The two teams have allowed few runs on average (Timpanogos 3, Provo 3.6) so any runs scored will be well earned.
Timpanogos is coming in fresh off a high-stakes matchup with another one of Utah's top teams: Provo, who was ranked 15th at the time (Timpanogos was ranked 11th). The Timberwolves fell 5-2 to the Bulldogs on Wednesday. Timberwolves fans who chose to attend the game sure picked the wrong one: it was the first time the team has lost against the Bulldogs since Wednesday.
For Provo's part, Gehrig Orchard spent all seven innings on the mound, and it's clear why: he surrendered just two earned runs on six hits and racked up six Ks.
On the hitting side, the team relied heavily on Dawson Moore, who went 3-for-4 with two runs, one triple, and one double. The team also got some help courtesy of Tre Asisi, who went 3-for-4 with one RBI.
Provo has been performing well recently as they've won nine of their last 12 games. That's provided a nice bump to their 15-6 record this season. As for Timpanogos, their defeat dropped their record down to 18-3.
Friday's contest might come down to which pitcher can control the ball better. Timpanogos has hit smart this season, having averaged an OBP of .474. However, it's not like Provo struggles in that department as they've averaged .436. 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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