Houston Math Science & Tech is 0-6 against Cesar E. Chavez since March of 2023 but things could change on Friday. The Tigers will host the Lobos at 8:00 p.m. Houston Math Science & Tech has given up an average of 14.3 runs per game this season, but Friday's game will give them a chance to turn things around.
Houston Math Science & Tech is headed in fresh off scoring the most runs they have all season. They blew past Wisdom 33-20 on Tuesday. The win was some much needed relief for the Tigers as it spelled an end to their four-game losing streak.
Kayla Carbajal was a standout: she got on base in all five of her plate appearances with eight stolen bases and five runs. Those eight stolen bases gave her a new career-high. Another player making a difference was Juliusa Vergara, who got on base in four of her five plate appearances with five stolen bases and four runs.
Houston Math Science & Tech kept the outfield on their toes and finished the game with 13 hits. That's the most hits they've managed all season.
Meanwhile, Cesar E. Chavez beat Bellaire 4-1 on Tuesday. The victory continues a trend for the Lobos in their matchups with the Cardinals: they've now won six in a row.
Ava Castillo - 2026 spent all seven innings on the mound, and it's clear why: she surrendered only one earned run on three hits and racked up 11 Ks. With that strong performance, she is now averaging an impressive 5.3 strikeouts per game.
At the plate, the team relied heavily on Penelope Hernandez - 2027, who went a perfect 2-for-2 with one run and one RBI.
Houston Math Science & Tech's win bumped their record up to 4-11. As for Cesar E. Chavez, their victory bumped their record up to 10-6.
Friday's game might come down to which pitcher can control the ball better. Houston Math Science & Tech has hit smart this season, having averaged an OBP of .515. However, it's not like Cesar E. Chavez struggles in that department as they've averaged .468. With both teams so capable at the plate, fans should be ready for an impressive hitting performance.
Houston Math Science & Tech suffered a grim 16-0 defeat to Cesar E. Chavez in their previous meeting back in March. Will the Tigers have more luck at home instead of on the road? Come back here after the game to get an analysis of the match and other softball content.
