The LBJ Austin Jaguars will head out on the road to challenge the Valor South Austin Falcons at 7:00 p.m. on Friday. LBJ Austin has given up an average of 15.3 runs per game this season, but Friday's game will give them a chance to turn things around.
LBJ Austin lost 20-3 to Valor South Austin on Tuesday.
For Valor South Austin's part, Jacob Mathis was a major factor no matter where he played. He tossed two innings while giving up no earned runs off one hit. The dominant performance also gave Mathis a new career-high in strikeouts (four). He was also solid in the batter's box, scoring two runs while getting on base in two of his five plate appearances.
In other batting news, Timothy Noble was a standout: he went 3-for-4 with six RBI, two runs, and one stolen base. Those six RBI gave him a new career-high. Another player making a difference was Beck Forrester, who scored three runs and stole two bases while going 3-for-4.
Valor South Austin was getting hits left and right and finished the game having posted a batting average of .393. They easily outclassed their opponents in that department as LBJ Austin only posted a batting average of .267.
LBJ Austin has been struggling recently as they've lost eight of their last nine matches. That's put a noticeable dent in their 2-13 record this season. Those losses can't be blamed on the team's hitting performance across that stretch, as they averaged 6.4 runs over those games. As for Valor South Austin, the win (which was their fourth in a row) raised their record to 11-3.
Friday's game might come down to which pitcher can control the ball better. LBJ Austin has hit smart this season, having averaged an OBP of .465. However, it's not like Valor South Austin struggles in that department as they've averaged .532. 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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