University Prep is 2-8 against West Valley since May of 2021 but they'll have a chance to close the gap a little bit on Tuesday. The University Prep Panthers are on the road again to play the West Valley Eagles at 4:30 p.m. University Prep's pitching crew has only allowed 1.7 runs per game this season, so West Valley's hitters will have their work cut out for them.
University Prep is hoping to deliver their fans another blowout on Tuesday, just like they did against Yreka (and have done all season long). University Prep was the clear victor by an 8-0 margin over Yreka on Friday. University Prep's pitching crew has been rock solid lately; the team hasn't given up a run in their last three matchups.
The result came thanks to Gracie Hornbuckle's shutout, as she gave up just two hits and racked up 16 Ks. She has been consistent recently: she hasn't given up more than two walks in ten consecutive pitching appearances.
On the hitting side, the team relied heavily on Madisyn Rubalcava, who scored two runs and stole a base while going 2-for-4. The team also got some help courtesy of Addison Petty, who went 2-for-4 with a stolen base, a double, and an RBI.
Meanwhile, West Valley beat Central Valley 5-2 on Friday.
Cadynce Gippner spent all seven innings on the mound, and it's clear why: she surrendered just two earned runs on five hits and racked up six Ks.
At the plate, Emily Nolan was excellent, scoring a run while going 1-for-2.
University Prep pushed their record up to 21-2-1 with that win, which was their fifth straight on the road. As for West Valley, their victory bumped their record up to 14-10.
Tuesday's game will be a test for both team's pitchers. University Prep hasn't had any issues making contact this season, having earned a batting average of .317. However, it's not like West Valley struggles in that department as they've averaged .359. With both teams so capable at the plate, fans should be ready for an impressive hitting performance.
University Prep skirted past West Valley 3-2 in their previous meeting back in April. One of the biggest obstacles the team faced in that game was West Valley's Aubree Wertz, who tossed eight innings while giving up three earned runs off five hits. Now that she's got a second chance to win this matchup, will University Prep still be able to contain Wertz? Check MaxPreps.com after the match to find out.
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