For the second straight game, University School of Jackson will face off against Westview. The Bruins will welcome the Chargers at 6:35 p.m. on Tuesday. University School of Jackson is strutting in with some hitting muscle as they've averaged 7.1 runs per game this season.
University School of Jackson took a ten-run defeat the last time they faced off against Westview, but this time they managed to keep it close and that made all the difference. The Bruins narrowly escaped with a victory as the team sidled past the Chargers 2-1. Winning may never get old, but the Bruins sure are getting used to it with their third in a row.
Braydin Jones spent all seven innings on the mound, and it's clear why: he surrendered a run (which was unearned) on four hits and racked up six Ks. He also tossed no earned runs, which is notable because University School of Jackson is 3-1 when he allows at most three earned runs, but 6-7 otherwise.
Corben Howard
| 04/08/25 @ Fayette Academy | 4 |
| 04/10/25 @ Munford | 3 |
| 03/28/25 vs Adamsville | 3 |
| 04/14/25 @ Westview | 2 |
| 03/27/25 vs McKenzie | 2 |
| + 6 more games |
On the hitting side, the team relied heavily on Corben Howard, who scored two runs while going 2-for-3. He has become a key player for University School of Jackson: the team is undefeated when he posts at least two runs, but 3-8 otherwise.
University School of Jackson's win was their third straight on the road, which pushed their record up to 9-8. The road victories came thanks in part to their pitching effort, having only surrendered 3.0 runs on average over those games. As for Westview, their loss ended a seven-game streak of wins at home dating back to last season and dropped them to 15-3.
Tuesday's matchup might come down to which pitcher can control the ball better. University School of Jackson has hit smart this season, having averaged an OBP of .448. However, it's not like Westview struggles in that department as they've averaged .461. With both teams so capable at the plate, fans should be ready for an impressive hitting performance. Check MaxPreps after the action for a full breakdown of the game and more baseball content.
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