The Heritage Timberwolves will head out to face off against the Mountain View Thunder at 4:30 p.m. on Friday. Heritage has given up an average of 7.2 runs per game this season, but Friday's game will give them a chance to turn things around.
Heritage is headed into Friday's matchup looking for a big change in momentum after dropping their third straight game last Wednesday. They came up short against Camas, falling 13-4. The home team had taken home the W every time these teams have met since May 4, 2022, but that streak is no more.
Kylie Thomas was cooking despite her team's loss, going 1-for-3 with one home run, two runs, and one stolen base. The team also got some help courtesy of Gracie Peterson, who got on base in all three of her plate appearances with two RBI and one double.
Meanwhile, Mountain View didn't have quite enough to beat Prairie on Wednesday and fell 4-2. The Thunder haven't had much luck with the Falcons recently, as the team has come up short the last six times they've met.
Laila Reive made the most of her time at bat despite the final result and went 2-for-4 with one home run and two runs.
Heritage's record now sits at 6-6. As for Mountain View, their record is now 4-8.
Friday's contest will be a test for both teams' pitchers. Heritage hasn't had any issues making contact this season, having earned a batting average of .330. However, it's not like Mountain View struggles in that department as they've averaged .314. With both teams so capable at the plate, fans should be ready for an impressive hitting performance.
Heritage skirted past Mountain View 5-3 when the teams last played back in April. The rematch might be a little tougher for the Timberwolves since the squad won't have the home-field advantage this time around. We'll see if the change in venue makes a difference.
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