The Westchester Comets will square off against the Gardena Panthers at 3:00 p.m. on Friday. Westchester is strutting in with some hitting muscle as they've averaged 7.5 runs per game this season.
On Wednesday, Westchester got the win against Hollywood by a conclusive 11-1.
Jayden Hightower was a major factor no matter where he played. He looked comfortable on the mound, tossing 3.1 innings while giving up no earned runs or hits. He has been nothing but reliable: he hasn't given up more than two walks in three consecutive appearances. He was also solid in the batter's box, going 1-for-3 with two runs and one stolen base.
Draiden Harris-Smith
| 03/04/26 vs Hollywood | 3 |
| 03/26/25 vs University | 2 |
| 03/19/25 @ Fairfax | 2 |
| 02/25/26 @ Inglewood | 1 |
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In other batting news, the team relied heavily on Draiden Harris-Smith, who went a perfect 3-for-3 with one home run, three runs, and three RBI. Those three runs gave him a new career-high. Travis Matthews was another key player, going 2-for-3 with three runs and two RBI.
Westchester always had someone on base and finished the game having posted an OBP of .529. They easily outclassed their opponents in that department as Hollywood only posted an OBP of .320.
Gardena couldn't beat Environmental Charter on Friday even though they stacked five runs on them in the fifth inning. The Panthers and the White Tigers finished up their matchup with an 8-8 tie.
Westchester's victory ended an eight-game drought at home dating back to last season and bumped them up to 2-2. With that draw, Gardena's record moves to 0-2-1.
The pitchers for both teams better look sharp on Friday as neither team is afraid to steal. Westchester has been swiping bases left and right this season, having averaged 3.2 stolen bases per game. However, it's not like Gardena struggles in that department as they've been averaging an even more impressive 5 stolen bases. The only question left is which team can snag more. Check back here after the action for a full breakdown and analysis of the contest.
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