Baseball Game Preview: Damonte Ranch Mustangs vs. Galena Grizzlies

Damonte Ranch and Galena are an even 5-5 against one another since May of 2021, but likely not for long. Damonte Ranch will be playing in front of their home fans against Galena at 11:00 a.m. on Saturday. Damonte Ranch has now lost eight straight, leaving the team hunting for their first win since the 4th.

Damonte Ranch lost 15-6 to Douglas on Thursday.

Jared Hurlbert

Base on Balls Against

03/27/25 vs Douglas	1
03/19/25 @ Willow Canyon	1
03/15/25 @ Tolleson	2
03/13/25 @ Galena	2
03/04/25 vs Wooster	0

Damonte Ranch got a good showing from Jared Hurlbert, who tossed two innings while giving up just one earned run off one hit. Hurlbert has been consistent : he hasn't given up more than two walks any time he's pitched this season.

On the hitting side, Damonte Ranch saw five different players step up and record at least one hit. One of them was Topher Shirley, who scored two runs and stole a base while going 1-for-3.

Meanwhile, Galena came up short against Douglas on Tuesday and fell 7-4.

Galena's loss dropped their record down to 5-5. As for Damonte Ranch, their defeat dropped their record down to 1-8.

Damonte Ranch suffered a grim 11-1 defeat to Galena in their previous matchup two weeks ago. Will Damonte Ranch have more luck at home instead of on the road? Check MaxPreps after the match for a full breakdown of the game, commentary, and other baseball content.