Yosemite has been on the road for five straight, but on Friday they'll finally head home. They will take on the Fresno Christian Eagles at 4:00 p.m. on Friday. Yosemite is strutting in with some hitting muscle, as they've averaged 12 runs per game this season.
On Tuesday, Yosemite suffered a rough 10-3 defeat at the hands of Fowler. The result shouldn't come as a shock considering that's the fewest runs Yosemite has scored all season.
Jadyn Johnson was cooking despite her team's loss, going 1-for-3 with two RBI and a double.
Meanwhile, Fresno Christian beat Chowchilla 9-4 on Tuesday. The victory was just what Fresno Christian needed coming off of a 13-1 loss in their prior matchup.
Jordyn DeGroot made a splash while hitting and pitching. She looked comfortable on the mound, tossing 3.2 innings while giving up no earned runs or hits. DeGroot was also big at the plate, scoring a run while going 2-for-3.
In other batting news, the team relied heavily on Rachel Martin, who scored three runs and stole two bases while getting on base in all four of her plate appearances. She has been hot recently, having posted at least one stolen base the last six times she's played. Grace LaCroix was another key contributor, going 2-for-4 with a home run, three RBI, and two runs.
Having lost for the first time this season, Yosemite fell to 4-1. As for Fresno Christian, they now have a winning record of 6-5.
Friday's contest might come down to which pitcher can control the ball better. Yosemite has hit smart this season, having averaged an OBP of .453. However, it's not like Fresno Christian struggles in that department as they've averaged .456. With both teams so capable at the plate, fans should be ready for an impressive hitting performance.
Yosemite suffered a grim 16-6 defeat to Fresno Christian when the teams last played back in March of 2023. Will Yosemite 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 baseball content.
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