Sierra is 0-10 against Chowchilla since April of 2021 but things could change on Friday. The Chieftains will look to defend their home field against the Tribe at 4:00 p.m. Sierra is strutting in with some hitting muscle as they've averaged 8.4 runs per game this season.
Sierra had been on a three-game streak of scoring at least ten runs, but Chowchilla put an end to it on Tuesday. The Chieftains lost 10-0 to the Tribe. Considering the last time the Chieftains couldn't score was back in March, the team can't take the result too hard.
For Chowchilla's part, the result came thanks to Brianna Guardado's shutout, as she gave up just four hits and racked up eight Ks.
At the plate, the team relied heavily on Lexyss Sabin, who scored a run while going 3-for-3. The dominant performance also gave her a new career-high in doubles (two). Another player making a difference was Hadley Ray, who scored three runs while going 3-for-4.
Chowchilla was getting hits left and right and finished the game having posted a batting average of .379. They are a perfect 6-0 when they post a batting average of .375 or better.
Chowchilla's victory ended a four-game drought on the road and puts them at 8-7. As for Sierra, their loss was their first in the league, dropping their league record down to 4-1 and their overall record down to 8-6.
Friday's contest will be a test for both teams' pitchers. Sierra hasn't had any issues making contact this season, having earned a batting average of .404. However, it's not like Chowchilla struggles in that department as they've averaged .352. With both teams so capable at the plate, fans should be ready for an impressive hitting performance. Check back here after the action for a full breakdown and analysis of the contest.
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