Juab is 2-8 against Carbon since April of 2018 but they'll have a chance to close the gap a little bit on Tuesday. The Wasps will be playing in front of their home fans against the Dinos at 3:30 p.m.
Tuesday just wasn't the day for Juab's offense. They lost 8-0 to North Sanpete on Tuesday. The Wasps just can't catch a break and have now endured three defeats in a row.
Meanwhile, Carbon came into Friday's game having lost five straight, but that streak is now in the rearview. They were the clear victors by a 10-4 margin over Providence Hall on Friday. The high-scoring effort was just what the Dinos needed considering they were shut out in their previous matchup.
Danica Adams made a splash no matter where she played. She struck out nine batters over seven innings while giving up four earned runs off ten hits. She has been consistent recently: she hasn't tossed less than five strikeouts in four consecutive appearances. She was also big at the plate, going 1-for-4 with two RBI, one run, and one double.
In other batting news, Aleece Ardohain was incredible, going 2-for-4 with one home run, three RBI, and one stolen base. That's the most RBI she has posted since back in March. Another player making a difference was Shayla Penovich, who went 3-for-4 with one run, one double, and one RBI.
Carbon's win bumped their record up to 7-14. As for Juab, their loss dropped their record down to 4-12.
Tuesday's contest will be a test for both teams' pitchers. Juab hasn't had any issues making contact this season, having earned a batting average of .333. However, it's not like Carbon struggles in that department as they've averaged .314. With both teams so capable at the plate, fans should be ready for an impressive hitting performance.
Juab couldn't quite get it done against Carbon in their previous meeting back in March as they fell 5-0. Will the Wasps 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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