For the second straight game, Belvidere North will face off against Jefferson. The Blue Thunder will venture away from home to take on the J-Hawks at 4:30 p.m. on Friday. Belvidere North is strutting in with some hitting muscle as they've averaged 7.2 runs per game this season.
Belvidere North was handed a heart-breaking two-run defeat in their last game, but they sure didn't let that happen against Jefferson on Wednesday. The Blue Thunder blew past the J-Hawks 15-3. The high-scoring effort was just what the Blue Thunder needed considering they were shut out in their previous matchup.
Rylan Zuroske was excellent, going 3-for-4 with four runs, four RBI, and one triple. That's the most hits he has posted since back in March. The team also got some help courtesy of Noah Tauscher, who went a perfect 2-for-2 with two runs, one stolen base, and two RBI.
Belvidere North was getting hits left and right and finished the game having posted a batting average of .480. The team's really been improving in that area: they've now improved their batting average total in three consecutive contests.
Jefferson has been struggling recently as they've lost five of their last six games. That's put a noticeable dent in their 6-13-2 record this season. As for Belvidere North, their victory bumped their record up to 11-9-1.
Friday's matchup will be a test for both teams' pitchers. Belvidere North hasn't had any issues making contact this season, having earned a batting average of .346. However, it's not like Jefferson struggles in that department as they've averaged .320. 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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