Kimberly is 10-0 against Gooding since May of 2021, and they'll have a chance to extend that success on Tuesday. The Kimberly Bulldogs will head out on the road to face off against the Gooding Senators at 4:00 p.m. Kimberly is strutting in with some hitting muscle, as they've averaged 10.5 runs per game this season.
Kimberly is probably headed into the match with a chip on their shoulder considering Buhl just ended the team's three-game winning streak on Thursday. They fell 11-6 to the Indians.
River Chadwick stepped up to lead a balanced group of hitters: he got on base in three of his four plate appearances with two RBI and a double. Another player making a difference was Jakob Cummins, who scored two runs and stole a base while going 2-for-4.
Even though they lost, Kimberly was hitting in the alleys and finished the game with four doubles. They easily outclassed their opponents in that department as Buhl didn't hit any.
Meanwhile, Gooding also suffered a loss in their last game, but this one to Filer by a score of 10-6.
Wick Church was cooking despite his team's loss, scoring a run while going 2-for-4. Cade Page was another key contributor, scoring a run and stealing a base while going 1-for-3.
Kimberly's loss ended a five-game streak of wins at home and dropped them to 12-4. As for Gooding, their record is now 9-7.
Tuesday's contest will be a test for both team's pitchers. Kimberly hasn't had any issues making contact this season, having earned a batting average of .340. However, it's not like Gooding struggles in that department as they've averaged .349. With both teams so capable at the plate, fans should be ready for an impressive hitting performance.
Kimberly took their win against Gooding in their previous matchup on April 2nd by a conclusive 18-4. The rematch might be a little tougher for Kimberly since the team won't have the home-field advantage this time around. We'll see if the change in venue makes a difference.
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