Tampa Catholic is on a four-game streak of home wins, while Palm Harbor University is on a four-game streak of away wins: one of those streaks is about to end. Tampa Catholic will host Palm Harbor University at 6:00 p.m. on Wednesday.
Tampa Catholic is probably headed into the matchup with a chip on their shoulder considering Calvary Christian just ended the team's four-game winning streak on Tuesday. They took a 5-2 hit to the loss column at the hands of the Warriors. Having soared to a lofty 14 runs in the game before, the Crusaders couldn't push the score so high this time.
Jada Johnson was cooking despite her team's loss, scoring a run while going 2-for-4. Another player making a difference was Lillie Bridges, who went 1-for-2 with one stolen base and one RBI.
Meanwhile, Palm Harbor University got the win against Clearwater two weeks ago by a conclusive 8-1. The Hurricanes might be getting used to big wins seeing as the team has won ten contests by six runs or more this season.
Avery Jackson was excellent, scoring two runs while going 2-for-3. Those two runs gave her a new career-high. The team also got some help courtesy of Charlie McDonald, who went 2-for-3 with one RBI.
Palm Harbor University's win bumped their record up to 10-3. As for Tampa Catholic, their loss dropped their record down to 6-5.
Wednesday's game will be a test for both teams' pitchers. Tampa Catholic hasn't had any issues making contact this season, having earned a batting average of .325. However, it's not like Palm Harbor University struggles in that department as they've averaged .332. With both teams so capable at the plate, fans should be ready for an impressive hitting performance.
Tampa Catholic suffered a grim 16-5 defeat to Palm Harbor University when the teams last played back in March of 2019. Will Tampa Catholic 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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