After three games on the road, Chandler Prep is heading back home. They will take on the St. Augustine Catholic Wolves at 3:45 p.m. on Friday. One thing working in Chandler Prep's favor is that they have posted big run totals in their last four matches.
Chandler Prep will head into Tuesday's matchup hoping to keep the good times rolling: they proved they can win big on Saturday (they won by 11) but on Tuesday they proved they can win the close ones too. They narrowly escaped with a win as the team sidled past St. Augustine Catholic 10-8.
Dominic Steineke was a major factor no matter where he played. He struck out nine batters over five innings while giving up three earned (and four unearned) runs off four hits. Steineke has been nothing but reliable on the mound: he hasn't tossed less than six strikeouts in three consecutive pitching appearances. Steineke was also big at the plate, scoring a run while going 1-for-4.
In other batting news, Robby Hirsch was incredible, going 3-for-5 with a home run, two stolen bases, and three runs. Another player making a difference was Dylan Hathaway, who scored four runs and stole two bases while getting on base in four of his five plate appearances.
Chandler Prep is on a roll lately: they've won 13 of their last 17 games, which provided a nice bump to their 16-7 record this season. As for St. Augustine Catholic, they are on a four-game losing streak that has dropped them down to 9-11.
Friday's contest might come down to which pitcher can control the ball better. Chandler Prep has hit smart this season, having averaged an OBP of .431. However, it's not like St. Augustine Catholic struggles in that department as they've averaged .435. 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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