The La Veta Redhawks will take on the Custer County Bobcats at 2:00 p.m. on Friday. La Veta is strutting in with some hitting muscle as they've averaged 9.9 runs per game this season.
La Veta is probably headed into the match with a chip on their shoulder considering Peyton just ended the team's three-game winning streak on Wednesday. They took a 12-7 hit to the loss column at the hands of the Panthers.
Logan Cortez made the most of his time at bat despite the final result and went 1-for-3 with two RBI, one run, and one double. Another player making a difference was Lukas Ozzello, who went 2-for-4 with two RBI, one run, and one double.
Meanwhile, Custer County unfortunately witnessed the end of their five-game winning streak on Thursday. They came up short against Elbert, falling 14-8.
Wade Pierce was cooking despite his team's loss, going 2-for-3 with one stolen base, one run, and one RBI. Colt Moulton was another key player, getting on base in three of his four plate appearances with two runs.
La Veta's defeat dropped their record down to 10-4. As for Custer County, their loss dropped their record down to 7-7.
Friday's game might come down to which pitcher can control the ball better. La Veta has hit smart this season, having averaged an OBP of .521. However, it's not like Custer County struggles in that department as they've averaged .678. With both teams so capable at the plate, fans should be ready for an impressive hitting performance.
La Veta took their win against Custer County in their previous meeting back in March of 2024 by a conclusive 17-7 score. Will the Redhawks repeat their success, or do the Bobcats have a new game plan this time around? We'll find out soon enough.
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