Purvis is 8-2 against Columbia since March of 2020, and they'll have a chance to extend that success on Friday. The Purvis Tornadoes will be playing in front of their home fans against the Columbia Wildcats at 6:30 p.m. Purvis is strutting in with some hitting muscle, as they've averaged 7.4 runs per game this season.
Purvis stacked a sixth blowout win onto their ever-increasing hoard on Tuesday. Their pitchers stepped up to hand Columbia a 9-0 shutout. The win was nothing new for Purvis as they're now sitting on three straight.
JoJo Parker made a splash no matter where he played. He didn't allow a single earned run over five innings pitched. Parker was also big at the plate, scoring three runs and stealing a base while getting on base in all five of his plate appearances.
In other batting news, Jacob Parker was excellent, scoring a run while getting on base in three of his five plate appearances. Hudson Walker was another key contributor, scoring a run while going 2-for-4.
Purvis has been performing well recently as they've won five of their last six matches, which provided a nice bump to their 12-5 record this season. As for Columbia, their loss ended an eight-game streak of wins at home and dropped them to 10-5.
Friday's game might come down to which pitcher can control the ball better. Purvis has hit smart this season, having averaged an OBP of .441. However, it's not like Columbia struggles in that department as they've averaged .449. With both teams so capable at the plate, fans should be ready for an impressive hitting performance. Check MaxPreps after the match for a full breakdown of the game, commentary, and other baseball content.
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