The Baird Bears will look to take advantage of their home field for the first time this season as they take on the Hamlin Pied Pipers at 4:00 p.m. on Tuesday. Baird has given up an average of 11.3 runs per game this season, but Tuesday's game will give them a chance to turn things around.
Baird came up short against Hamlin last Friday, falling 16-6.
For Hamlin's part, Zaya Montoya was incredible, firing off two home runs, three runs, and four RBI while going 3-for-4. Another player making a difference was Sayonee Patel, who went 2-for-4 with two runs, one triple, and two RBI.
Hamlin was getting hits left and right and finished the game having posted a batting average of .455. They are 4-2 when they post a batting average of .375 or better.
The victory was the fifth in a row for Hamlin, bringing their record up to 9-9. The wins came thanks in part to their hitting performance across that stretch, as they averaged 16.8 runs over those games. As for Baird, their defeat was their first in the district, dropping their district record down to 2-1 and their overall record down to 4-3.
Tuesday's match will be a test for both teams' pitchers. Baird hasn't had any issues making contact this season, having earned a batting average of .488. However, it's not like Hamlin struggles in that department as they've averaged .364. 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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