Sierra hasn't had much luck against Liberty recently, but that could start to change on Friday. The Chieftains will host the Hawks at 4:00 p.m. Sierra is strutting in with some hitting muscle as they've averaged 8.1 runs per game this season.
Sierra fell victim to Liberty and their airtight pitching crew on Tuesday. They lost 24-0 to the Hawks. Having soared to a lofty 11 runs in the game before, the Chieftains' shutout was a dramatic turnaround.
For Liberty's part, Katie Bandy tossed a big game, not allowing a single earned run and allowing only one hit over five innings pitched. Bandy has been consistent for a while: she hasn't given up more than one earned run in nine consecutive appearances.
On the hitting side, the team relied heavily on Trinity Cervantes, who fired off two home runs, seven RBI, and four runs while going 4-for-5. Those seven RBI gave her a new career-high. Leilah Uriarte was another key player, going a perfect 4-for-4 with four runs, three RBI, and two doubles.
Liberty was getting hits left and right and finished the game having posted a batting average of .667. That was just more of the same: they've now posted a batting average of .382 or higher in six consecutive contests.
Sierra's defeat dropped their record down to 12-9. As for Liberty, with the loss, they broke their six-game winning streak and moved their record to 16-8.
Friday's game will be a test for both teams' pitchers. Sierra hasn't had any issues making contact this season, having earned a batting average of .381. However, it's not like Liberty struggles in that department as they've averaged .390. 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 softball content.
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