The Mendota Trojans are taking a road trip to square off against the Sandwich Indians at 4:30 p.m. on Wednesday. Mendota is strutting in with some hitting muscle as they've averaged 6.9 runs per game this season.
Mendota came out on top against Indian Creek on Monday thanks in part to the team's impressive five-run fifth inning. The Trojans took their game against the Timberwolves 6-2. The win was some much needed relief for the Trojans as it spelled an end to their four-game losing streak.
Eva Beetz was a major factor no matter where she played. She looked comfortable on the mound, not allowing a single earned run and allowing only two hits over four innings pitched. What's more, she posted five strikeouts, the most she's had since back in March. She was also solid in the batter's box, going 1-for-3 with two stolen bases, one run, and one RBI.
Beetz wasn't the only one making solid contact as three players wound up with at least one hit. One of them was Sydney Tolley, who went 2-for-3 with one triple and one run.
Meanwhile, Sandwich fell victim to Marengo and their airtight pitching crew on Tuesday. They lost 15-0 to Marengo. Sandwich has struggled against Marengo recently, as the game was their sixth consecutive lost matchup.
Sandwich's defeat dropped their record down to 15-12. As for Mendota, their record is now 11-16.
Wednesday's matchup will be a test for both teams' pitchers. Mendota hasn't had any issues making contact this season, having earned a batting average of .329. However, it's not like Sandwich 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. Check back here after the action for a full breakdown and analysis of the contest.
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