The Chavez Eagles will challenge the University Wildcats at 10:00 a.m. on Saturday. Both teams are coming into the game red-hot, with Chavez sitting on three straight wins and University on six.
Chavez is headed in fresh off scoring the most runs they have all season. They blew past Valley Academy of Arts & Sciences 15-1 on Friday. Perhaps unsurprisingly given the team's high-flying offense, the game also marked the team's biggest victory of the season.
Meanwhile, University got the win against Hamilton on Friday by a conclusive 11-3. The Wildcats might be getting used to big wins seeing as the team has won eight contests by six runs or more this season.
Angel Huerta made a splash no matter where he played. He struck out nine batters over seven innings while giving up just one earned (and three unearned) runs off four hits (and not a single walk). Huerta was also stellar in the batter's box, going a perfect 4-for-4 with three runs and two RBI. That's the most RBI he has posted since back in May of 2025.
In other batting news, Dylan Morales was incredible, firing off two home runs and five RBI while going 2-for-4. That's the most RBI he has posted since back in April of 2025. Brandon Huerta was another key player, going 1-for-3 with one run and one RBI.
Chavez's win bumped their record up to 4-8. As for University, their victory bumped their record up to 10-1.
Saturday's matchup might come down to which pitcher can control the ball better. Chavez has hit smart this season, having averaged an OBP of .431. However, it's not like University struggles in that department as they've averaged .495. 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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