In what's become a running theme this season, Chico gave their fans yet another huge win on Tuesday. They blew past the University Prep Panthers 8-1. That's more bragging rights for Chico, who also won the pair's last head-to-head.
Jake Heizer looked comfortable as he tossed three innings while giving up no earned runs off two hits (he also didn't allow any walks).
On the hitting side, the team relied heavily on Luke Henderson, who went 1-for-3 with a home run and four RBI. Another player making a difference was Jaden Neugebauer, who scored a run and stole a base while going 2-for-4.
On University Prep's side, they got a good showing from Jacob Lindell, who tossed three innings while giving up no earned runs off one hit (he also only allowed one walk).
Chico's victory bumped their record up to 6-2-1. As for University Prep, they have traveled a rocky road recently having lost seven of their last eight matches, which put a noticeable dent in their 2-10 record this season.
Chico will look to defend their home field on Thursday against Red Bluff at 2:00 p.m. Both teams have allowed few runs on average, (Chico: 3, Red Bluff: 2.9) so any runs scored will be well earned. As for University Prep, they will head out on the road to square off against Orland at 4:00 p.m. on Friday. Orland's pitching crew has only allowed 2.9 runs per game this season, so University Prep's hitters will have their work cut out for them.
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