The TMI-Episcopal Panthers will challenge the Antonian Prep Apaches at 6:00 p.m. on Tuesday. TMI-Episcopal has given up an average of 14 runs per game this season, but Tuesday's game will give them a chance to turn things around.
TMI-Episcopal came up short against Incarnate Word on Tuesday, falling 15-5. The Panthers have now taken an 'L' in back-to-back games.
Dilan Geder was cooking despite her team's loss, scoring a run while going 1-for-2. Another player making a difference was Molly Chambers, who scored a run while going 2-for-3.
Meanwhile, Antonian Prep came tearing into Friday's game with nine straight wins (a stretch where they outscored their opponents by an average of 10.7 runs), and they left with even more momentum. They didn't even let the Shamrocks on the board, marking their second-straight 15-0 shutout. The Apaches might be getting used to big wins seeing as the team has won 11 matches by seven runs or more this season.
Analisa Guerrero made a splash no matter where she played. On the mound, she tossed three innings while giving up no earned runs off two hits. She has been consistent : she hasn't given up more than two walks in eight consecutive appearances. She was also stellar in the batter's box, firing off two home runs, three runs, and four RBI while going 4-for-4. That's the most hits she has posted since back in March of 2024.
In other batting news, Isabella Garza was incredible, firing off two home runs, three runs, and three RBI while going 2-for-2. That's the most home runs she has posted since back in April of 2024. Khloe Villanueva was another key player, going a perfect 3-for-3 with one home run and three RBI.
Antonian Prep always had someone on base and finished the game having posted an OBP of .727. They are a perfect 11-0 when they post an OBP of .513 or better.
Antonian Prep pushed their record up to 16-7 with the victory, which was their eighth straight at home. The wins came thanks in part to their hitting performance across that stretch, as they averaged 12.0 runs over those games. As for TMI-Episcopal, they now have a losing record of 3-4.
Tuesday's contest will be a test for both teams' pitchers. TMI-Episcopal hasn't had any issues making contact this season, having earned a batting average of .317. However, it's not like Antonian Prep struggles in that department as they've averaged .407. With both teams so capable at the plate, fans should be ready for an impressive hitting performance.
TMI-Episcopal suffered a grim 19-0 defeat to Antonian Prep in their previous matchup last Friday. Will TMI-Episcopal have more luck at home instead of on the road? Check MaxPreps after the action for a full breakdown of the game and more softball content.
