The Follett Panthers will look to take advantage of their home field for the first time this season as they take on the Highland Park Hornets at 9:00 a.m. on Saturday.
Follett is coming home looking for redemption after taking a loss in their road opener. They lost 18-6 to Highland Park on Thursday.
For Highland Park's part, Zack McClurg was a major factor no matter where he played. He looked comfortable on the mound, striking out 11 batters over five innings while giving up four earned (and two unearned) runs off three hits. McClurg was also stellar in the batter's box, getting on base in all four of his plate appearances with three RBI, two runs, and one triple. He has become a key player for Highland Park: the team is 2-1 when he posts at least two runs, but 2-4 otherwise.
In other batting news, Bryce Giles and Isaac Alcala did most of the damage at the plate: Giles scored two runs and stole a base while getting on base in three of his four plate appearances, while Alcala scored two runs and stole a base while getting on base in three of his four plate appearances. Highland Park is 2-1 when Giles posts two or more runs, but 2-4 otherwise. The team also got some help courtesy of Brady Ruth, who scored two runs and stole a base while getting on base in two of his four plate appearances.
Highland Park always had someone on base and finished the game having posted an OBP of .676. They are 4-1 when they post an OBP of .513 or better.
Follett might still be hurting after the 18-6 loss they got from Highland Park in their previous matchup on Thursday. Will Follett have more luck at home instead of on the road? Check MaxPreps after the match for a full breakdown of the game, commentary, and other baseball content.
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