Booker T. Washington is 9-1 against Pensacola since March of 2018, and they'll have a chance to extend that success on Monday. The Booker T. Washington Wildcats will head out on the road to challenge the Pensacola Tigers at 6:00 p.m. Having both just faced considerable losses, both teams are looking to turn things around.
Last Thursday, Booker T. Washington suffered a tough 14-4 loss at the hands of Pensacola Catholic.
Booker T. Washington saw three different players step up and record at least one hit. One of them was Ja'Kia Hollis, who scored a run and stole a base while going 2-for-3. Hollis has been hot recently, having posted at least one stolen base the last three times she's played.
Meanwhile, sadly, Pensacola is still looking for their first win of the season after eight games. They fell victim to a rough 23-8 defeat at the hands of Booker T. Washington on Tuesday. One positive for Pensacola, at least, is that this was the most points they've scored all season.
Reigna Robinson made the most of her time at bat despite the final result and scored a run and stole two bases. Jenna Shoemaker was another key contributor, scoring a run and stealing a base while getting on base in all two of her plate appearances.
Booker T. Washington has not been sharp recently as the team has lost five of their last six contests, which put a noticeable dent in their 5-13 record this season. As for Pensacola, their loss dropped their record down to 0-8.
Monday's match might come down to which pitcher can control the ball better. Booker T. Washington has hit smart this season, having averaged an OBP of .454. However, it's not like Pensacola struggles in that department as they've averaged .457. With both teams so capable at the plate, fans should be ready for an impressive hitting performance.
Booker T. Washington took their win against Pensacola when the teams last played on Tuesday by a conclusive 23-8. The rematch might be a little tougher for Booker T. Washington since the squad won't have the home-field advantage this time around. We'll see if the change in venue makes a difference.
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