The West Ranch Wildcats will be playing in front of their home fans against the Palos Verdes Sea Kings at 3:15 p.m. on Tuesday. The two teams are sauntering into the matchup backed by comfortable wins in their prior games.
West Ranch is on a roll after a high-stakes playoff matchup on Thursday. They blew past Duarte 18-10. West Ranch's hitters stepped up their game for this one, as that was the most runs they've scored all season.
Jovanna Ross made a big impact while hitting and pitching. She looked comfortable on the mound, keeping things locked down with no earned runs or hits over 4.1 innings pitched. Ross has been consistent recently: she hasn't given up more than two walks in six consecutive pitching appearances. Ross was also big at the plate, going 2-for-3 with four RBI and a double.
In other batting news, Ava Esparza-Nguyen was a standout: she scored four runs and stole a base while getting on base in all five of her plate appearances. Another player making a difference was Savannah Gatewood, who went 2-for-3 with two triples, three runs, and two RBI.
Meanwhile, in what's become a running theme this season, Palos Verdes gave their fans yet another huge win on Thursday. They were the clear victor by a 12-2 margin over Bishop Montgomery. The victory was familiar territory for Palos Verdes who now have four in a row.
Like West Ranch, Palos Verdes also got a great game from a two-way player: Daniella Boccanfuso. She pitched 1.2 innings while giving up no earned runs or hits. Boccanfuso was also solid in the batter's box, going 2-for-3 with a stolen base and an RBI.
In other batting news, Maddie Gregory was incredible, scoring three runs while going 2-for-3. Mariah Candela was another key contributor, scoring a run while going 2-for-3.
West Ranch's win ended a three-game drought on the road and puts them at 13-12. As for Palos Verdes, they pushed their record up to 18-6 with that victory, which was their third straight at home.
Both the pair just can't seem to miss. West Ranch has been making plenty of contact this season, having averaged 9.3 hits per game. However, it's not like Palos Verdes struggles in that department as they've been averaging only 4.7. With both teams so capable at the plate, fans should be ready for an impressive hitting performance. Check back here after the action for a full breakdown and analysis of the contest.
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