The Norview Pilots are taking a road trip to take on the Denbigh Patriots at 4:30 p.m. on Wednesday. Norview has given up an average of 11.4 runs per game this season, but Wednesday's game will give them a chance to turn things around.
Manor hit Norview with a four-run seventh inning on Tuesday, which goes a long way in explaining the final result. The Pilots fell 13-8 to the Mustangs. The Pilots' defeat continues a trend for the team, making it three in a row.
Valerie Miranda made the most of her time in the batter's box despite the final result and went a perfect 4-for-4 with five RBI and one double.
Meanwhile, after low-scoring totals in their previous four contest, Denbigh brought some dynamite into their most recent game. They walked away with an 11-7 win over Woodside on Tuesday. The high-scoring performance was a welcome turnaround for the Patriots' hitters, who had struggled in the games prior.
Alieyah Bullock was incredible, going 2-for-3 with one home run, two stolen bases, and three runs. That's the most stolen bases she has posted since back in April. Kate Stephanie Fallejo was another key player, going 1-for-3 with one home run, three runs, and three RBI.
Denbigh lost a few balls and finished the game with two home runs. That's the most home runs they've managed all season.
Norview's loss dropped their record down to 8-12. As for Denbigh, their record now sits at 6-13.
Wednesday's matchup might come down to which pitcher can control the ball better. Norview has hit smart this season, having averaged an OBP of .432. However, it's not like Denbigh struggles in that department as they've averaged .479. With both teams so capable at the plate, fans should be ready for an impressive hitting performance.
Norview might still be hurting after the 17-10 defeat they got from Denbigh when the teams last played back in April. Can the Pilots avenge their loss or is history doomed to repeat itself? We'll find out soon enough.
