Weiss has enjoyed the comforts of home their last three games, but now they'll head out on the road. They will challenge the Hutto Hippos at 7:00 p.m. on Tuesday. Weiss is strutting in with some hitting muscle, as they've averaged 7.1 runs per game this season.
On Friday, Weiss suffered a tough 15-3 defeat at the hands of Midway. The loss unfortunately continues a disappointing trend for Weiss in their matchups with Midway: they've now lost three in a row.
Isabel Larson and Ashley Vipond stepped up to the plate in a big way. Larson scored a run while going 2-for-3, while Vipond scored a run while going 1-for-2.
Meanwhile, Hutto sure made it a nail-biter, but they managed to escape with a 5-4 victory over Bryan on Friday. The win was just what Hutto needed coming off of a 15-8 defeat in their prior contest.
Elizabeth Espinosa spent all seven innings played on the mound, and it's clear why: she surrendered just two earned (and two unearned) runs on seven hits and racked up seven Ks.
At the plate, the team relied heavily on Makenna Castillo, who scored a run while going 2-for-4. Another player making a difference was Makayla Martinez, who scored a run and stole a base while getting on base in three of her four plate appearances.
Weiss' loss dropped their record down to 10-13-1. As for Hutto, they have been performing well recently as they've won four of their last five matchups, which provided a massive bump to their 16-11 record this season.
Tuesday's game will be a test for both team's pitchers. Weiss hasn't had any issues making contact this season, having earned a batting average of .352. However, it's not like Hutto struggles in that department as they've averaged .334. With both teams so capable at the plate, fans should be ready for an impressive hitting performance.
Weiss might still be hurting after the 10-0 defeat they got from Hutto when the teams last played back in April of 2023. Thankfully for Weiss, Hailee Sanchez (who went 3-for-3 with four RBI, a run, and a double) won't be suiting up this time. Will that be enough to change the final result? Check MaxPreps.com after the match to find out.
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