Hoover is 0-9-1 against McLane since April of 2019 but things could change on Tuesday. Hoover will host McLane at 3:30 p.m. Both squads will be entering this one on the heels of a big victory.
Having struggled with four losses in a row, Hoover turned things around against Sunnyside on Friday. They blew past the Wildcats 14-6. The Patriots' hitters stepped up their game for this one, as that was the most runs they've scored all season.
Hazel Martinez was a major factor while hitting and pitching. On the mound, she didn't allow a single earned run and allowed only one hit while striking out nine over seven innings pitched. She has been consistent : she hasn't given up more than two walks any time she's pitched this season. She was also solid in the batter's box, going 1-for-5 with one triple and one run.
In other batting news, Samantha Vasquez was a standout: she scored a run and stole three bases while getting on base in four of her five plate appearances. Monica Raumaker was another key player, scoring three runs and stealing two bases while going 2-for-4.
Hoover kept the outfield on their toes and finished the game with 11 hits. They easily outclassed their opponents in that department as Sunnyside only managed two hits.
Meanwhile, McLane got themselves on the board against Madera South on Monday, but Madera South never followed suit. They put the hurt on the Stallions with a sharp 17-0 win. The victory was familiar territory for the Highlanders, who have now won six contests in a row.
McLane's win was their third straight at home, which pushed their record up to 7-0-1. The victories came thanks in part to their pitching effort, having only surrendered 1.0 run on average over those games. As for Hoover, the win got them back to even at 5-5.
Hoover might still be hurting after the 8-1 defeat they got from McLane in their previous meeting back in May of 2024. Will Hoover have more luck at home instead of on the road? Check back here after the action for a full breakdown and analysis of the contest.
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