The Turlock Christian Eagles will head out on the road to square off against the Big Valley Christian Lions at 4:00 p.m. on Thursday. Turlock Christian is coming into the matchup hot, having won their last three games.
On Tuesday, Turlock Christian beat Big Valley Christian 6-3.
For Big Valley Christian's part, Jackson Howell was huge while hitting and pitching even without the win. On the mound, he pitched five innings while giving up just two earned (and four unearned) runs off seven hits. Howell was also big at the plate, scoring a run and stealing three bases while getting on base in three of his five plate appearances. He has been hot recently, having posted at least one stolen base the last six times he's played.
Howell wasn't the only one making solid contact as six players wound up with at least one hit. One of them was Westin Mattingly, who went 2-for-3 with a double.
Turlock Christian has been performing well recently as they've won five of their last six games, which provided a nice bump to their 12-5 record this season. As for Big Valley Christian, their defeat dropped their record down to 8-10.
Thursday's contest might come down to which pitcher can control the ball better. Turlock Christian has hit smart this season, having averaged an OBP of .459. However, it's not like Big Valley Christian struggles in that department as they've averaged .451. 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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