The Provo Bulldogs will head out on the road to square off against the American Fork Cavemen at 3:30 p.m. on Tuesday. Provo is coming into the match on a four-game losing streak.
Provo lost 19-4 to American Leadership Academy on Wednesday. That's two games in a row now that the Bulldogs have lost by exactly 15 runs.
Tava'Esina Albert was cooking despite her team's loss, firing off two home runs and three RBI while going 2-for-2. That's the most home runs she has posted since back in April of 2024. Ella Abrams also deserves some recognition as she brought in her first RBI of the season.
Even though they lost, Provo was getting hits left and right and finished the game having posted a batting average of .385. That was just more of the same: they've now posted a batting average of .308 or higher every time they've taken the field this season.
Meanwhile, American Fork had just enough and edged out Virgin Valley 9-7 on Saturday. The win made it back-to-back victories for the Cavemen.
American Fork got a big performance out of Sydney Adamson, who scored a run while going 3-for-3. Lacie Fleming was another key player, going 2-for-4 with one home run.
American Fork now has a winning record of 5-4. As for Provo, their loss dropped their record down to 2-4.
Tuesday's game will be a test for both teams' pitchers. Provo hasn't had any issues making contact this season, having earned a batting average of .483. However, it's not like American Fork struggles in that department as they've averaged .369. With both teams so capable at the plate, fans should be ready for an impressive hitting performance.
Provo might still be hurting after the 11-3 defeat they got from American Fork in their previous matchup back in March of 2021. Can Provo avenge their loss or is history doomed to repeat itself? We'll find out soon enough.
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