The University Wildcats will face off against the Environmental Charter White Tigers at 1:00 p.m. on Saturday. University is strutting in with some hitting muscle as they've averaged 6.7 runs per game this season.
Having struggled with five losses in a row, University turned things around against Animo Robinson on Saturday. They never let the Monarchs get on the board and left with a 23-0 victory. The Wildcats' hitters stepped up their game for this one, as that was the most runs they've scored all season.
The team relied heavily on Angel Huerta, who got on base in all five of his plate appearances with one home run, five RBI, and three runs. That home run was his first of the season. Another player making a difference was Evan Han, who scored four runs while getting on base in four of his five plate appearances.
University always had someone on base and finished the game having posted an OBP of .651. The last time their OBP was this high was back in May of 2024.
Meanwhile, Saturday just wasn't the day for Environmental Charter's offense. They came up short against Rolling Hills Prep on Saturday, falling 8-0. Having soared to a lofty 17 runs in the game before, the White Tigers' shutout was a dramatic turnaround.
University's win bumped their record up to 7-10. As for Environmental Charter, their defeat dropped their record down to 8-5.
Saturday's game might come down to which pitcher can control the ball better. University has hit smart this season, having averaged an OBP of .436. However, it's not like Environmental Charter struggles in that department as they've averaged .509. 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 baseball content.
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