Baseball Recap: Prescott takes down Coconino in a playoff battle

By Team Reports Apr 24, 2024, 10:27pm

Baseball Recap: Prescott Badgers vs. Coconino Panthers

Prescott had already proven themselves in the regular season, and didn't miss a beat now that it's playoff time. They skirted past the Coconino Panthers 18-16. That result was just more of the same for these two, as Prescott also won the last time the pair played back in March.

Luke Tobin was a standout: he got on base in four of his five plate appearances with a home run and five runs. Jack Burton was another key contributor, going 2-for-3 with a home run, three RBI, and two runs.

On Coconino's side, Ryker Patten stepped up to lead a balanced group of hitters: he scored two runs while going 4-for-5. The team also got some help courtesy of Hayden Mickelson, who scored three runs and stole a base while getting on base in four of his six plate appearances.

Prescott's win bumped their record up to 17-6. As for Coconino, they have traveled a rocky road recently having lost three of their last four games, which put a noticeable dent in their 16-10 record this season.

Prescott does not have any more games scheduled as of now. Coconino also has no future games currently scheduled.

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