Western Christian is on a five-game streak of home losses, and Colton a three-game streak of away losses. However, someone's due for a change in luck on Friday. The Western Christian Pioneers will be playing at home against the Colton Vikings at 4:30 p.m. Western Christian has given up an average of 17.5 runs per game this season, but Friday's game will give them a chance to turn things around.
Western Christian fell victim to St. Paul and their airtight pitching crew on Wednesday. They lost 15-0 to the Buckaroos.
Meanwhile, Colton can bid farewell to their four-game losing streak thanks to their game on Wednesday. They walked away with a 7-2 victory over Country Christian.
Clara Weinberger looked comfortable as she pitched four innings while giving up just two earned runs off six hits.
At the plate, Katelynn Kimsey was incredible, going 3-for-4 with one triple, two RBI, and one run. The team also got some help courtesy of Kaylee Holiday, who went 1-for-3 with two stolen bases, one run, and one RBI.
Colton's win bumped their record up to 4-8-1. As for Western Christian, their defeat dropped their record down to 1-11.
Friday's contest might come down to which pitcher can control the ball better. Western Christian has hit smart this season, having averaged an OBP of .469. However, it's not like Colton struggles in that department as they've averaged .537. With both teams so capable at the plate, fans should be ready for an impressive hitting performance.
Western Christian might still be hurting after the 18-3 loss they got from Colton when the teams last played back in May of 2024. Can the Pioneers avenge their defeat or is history doomed to repeat itself? We'll find out soon enough.
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