The South Spartans will take on the California City Ravens at 4:30 p.m. on Wednesday. South is strutting in with some hitting muscle as they've averaged 8.4 runs per game this season.
South is on a roll after a high-stakes playoff matchup on Friday. They came out on top in a nail-biter against Boron, sneaking past 5-4. The victory made it back-to-back wins for the Spartans.
Josh Encinas
| 05/16/25 vs Boron | 2 |
| 05/08/25 @ Tehachapi | 1 |
| 05/06/25 vs Tehachapi | 1 |
| 05/01/25 @ North | 2 |
| 04/24/25 vs Mira Monte | 1 |
| + 2 more games |
Josh Encinas spent all seven innings on the mound, and it's clear why: he surrendered just two earned (and two unearned) runs on six hits and racked up 15 Ks. He has been nothing but reliable: he hasn't given up more than two walks in seven consecutive appearances.
On the hitting side, the team relied heavily on Tomas Encinas, who went 1-for-3 with one home run, two runs, and one stolen base. Jose Bojorquez was another key player, going 2-for-3 with one run and one double.
Meanwhile, California City entered their tilt with Woodlake on Friday with ten consecutive wins, and they'll enter their next game with 11. They never let the Tigers get on the board and left with a 4-0 win.
California City pushed their record up to 20-9-1 with the victory, which was their fourth straight at home. Those home wins came thanks in part to their pitching effort, having only surrendered 1.3 runs on average over those games. As for South, their victory bumped their record up to 20-8.
Wednesday's contest might come down to which pitcher can control the ball better. South has hit smart this season, having averaged an OBP of .493. However, it's not like California City struggles in that department as they've averaged .473. With both teams so capable at the plate, fans should be ready for an impressive hitting performance.
South took their win against California City when the teams last played back in February by a conclusive 14-8 score. Will the Spartans repeat their success, or do the Ravens have a new game plan this time around? We'll find out soon enough.
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