Hendrickson is 6-1 against Pflugerville Connally since February of 2021, and they'll have a chance to extend that success on Tuesday. The Hendrickson Hawks will head out on the road to face off against the Pflugerville Connally Cougars at 7:00 p.m. Hendrickson is strutting in with some hitting muscle, as they've averaged 6.2 runs per game this season.
While Hendrickson couldn't quite beat East View on Friday, the two-point margin was a huge improvement compared to the 12-point defeat they were dealt on Wednesday. Hendrickson fell just short of East View by a score of 7-5. Hendrickson has struggled against East View recently, as their game on Friday was their fifth consecutive lost matchup.
Tabitha Villa spent all seven innings on the mound, and it's clear why: she surrendered three earned (and four unearned) runs on eight hits and racked up six Ks. She has been nothing but reliable: she hasn't given up more than two walks in eight consecutive pitching appearances.
At the plate, Isabella Gonzales was cooking despite her team's loss, getting on base in all four of her plate appearances with three RBI and a double. Another player making a difference was Payton Shroyer, who scored two runs and stole a base while going 1-for-4.
Meanwhile, Pflugerville Connally was not able to break out of their rough patch on Friday as the team picked up their 17th straight loss. They suffered a rough 17-6 defeat at the hands of Pflugerville.
Anya Gordon was cooking despite her team's loss, scoring two runs and stealing a base while going 2-for-4.
Hendrickson's record now sits at 13-13. As for Pflugerville Connally, their record now sits at 7-24.
Tuesday's matchup will be a test for both team's pitchers. Hendrickson hasn't had any issues making contact this season, having earned a batting average of .316. However, it's not like Pflugerville Connally struggles in that department as they've averaged .323. With both teams so capable at the plate, fans should be ready for an impressive hitting performance.
Hendrickson took their victory against Pflugerville Connally when the teams last played back in March by a conclusive 14-4. The rematch might be a little tougher for Hendrickson since the team 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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