University is on a three-game streak of home wins, while Venice is on a six-game streak of away wins: one of those streaks is about to end. The University Wildcats will take on the Venice Gondoliers at 2:30 p.m. on Thursday. Both squads will be entering this one on the heels of a big victory.
University is headed into the game fresh off scoring the most runs they have all season. They blew past Westchester 18-3. With that victory, University brought their scoring average up to 6.5 runs per game.
Sage Gray was incredible, going 3-for-4 with five RBI, two runs, and a double. The team also got some help courtesy of Rose Devian, who went 3-for-5 with two runs, a triple, and an RBI.
Meanwhile, Venice's rock-solid pitcher showed up for the team's third consecutive shutout on Monday. They beat Fairfax by the very same score they won with in their prior game: 19-0.
The team relied heavily on Sanai Smith, who went 3-for-3 with a home run, three RBI, and two runs. Sandy Carrera was another key contributor, going 2-for-2 with three runs, a triple, and a double.
University's win ended a five-game drought on the road and puts them at 5-7. As for Venice, their victory bumped their record up to 16-3.
Thursday's match might come down to which pitcher can control the ball better. University has hit smart this season, having averaged an OBP of .448. However, it's not like Venice struggles in that department as they've averaged .544. With both teams so capable at the plate, fans should be ready for an impressive hitting performance.
University suffered a grim 19-0 defeat to Venice when the teams last played on April 8th. Will University 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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