The Harbor Teacher Monarchs will stay at home for another game and welcome the North Hollywood Huskies at 3:00 p.m. on Friday. Harbor Teacher's pitching crew has only allowed 2.6 runs per game this season, so North Hollywood's hitters will have their work cut out for them.
Harbor Teacher had been on a three-game streak of scoring at least ten runs, but Port of Los Angeles put an end to it on Thursday. Harbor Teacher lost 15-0 to Port of Los Angeles. Harbor Teacher has struggled against Port of Los Angeles recently, as their game on Thursday was their fourth consecutive lost matchup.
Meanwhile, after low-scoring totals in their previous three contests, North Hollywood brought some dynamite into their most recent match. Everything went their way against Grant on Friday as North Hollywood made off with an 18-1 victory. Considering North Hollywood's hitters had been struggling lately, the high-scoring outing was a much-needed turnaround.
Ellison Hinnen made a splash no matter where she played. On the mound, she didn't allow a single earned run and only two hits while striking out ten over four innings pitched. Hinnen was also stellar in the batter's box, getting on base in all five of her plate appearances with six stolen bases, four RBI, and two runs.
In other batting news, Mia Jurado was incredible, getting on base in all five of her plate appearances with eight stolen bases, three runs, and four RBI. Another player making a difference was Ayla Soto, who scored two runs and stole two bases while getting on base in all five of her plate appearances.
Harbor Teacher's loss ended an eight-game streak of wins at home dating back to last season and dropped them to 11-2. As for North Hollywood, their win ended a five-game drought on the road and puts them at 5-14.
Friday's matchup might come down to which pitcher can control the ball better. Harbor Teacher has hit smart this season, having averaged an OBP of .459. However, it's not like North Hollywood struggles in that department as they've averaged .503. With both teams so capable at the plate, fans should be ready for an impressive hitting performance. Check MaxPreps after the action for a full breakdown of the game and more softball content.
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