Softball Recap: Skyridge's Losing Streak Is a Thing of the Past

After having lost a blowout in their previous game against Farmington, Skyridge was happy to have turned things around on Monday. They put the hurt on the Mountain View Bruins with a sharp 13-6 win. The victory was some much needed relief for the Falcons as it spelled an end to their four-game losing streak.

Maylee Walston

Batters Struck Out

03/31/25 vs Mountain View	7
03/27/25 @ Farmington	3
03/15/25 vs Pahrump Valley	1
03/15/25 vs Richfield	4
03/14/25 vs Rigby	2
+ 5 more games

Maylee Walston was a major factor no matter where she played. She looked comfortable on the mound, striking out seven batters over seven innings while giving up five earned (and one unearned) runs off five hits. That's the most strikeouts she has posted since March 8th. She was also solid in the batter's box, scoring a run while going 1-for-4.

In other batting news, Peyton Hall was incredible, going 2-for-3 with one home run, three runs, and two RBI. That home run marked the first that she launched this season. Another player making a difference was Hudson Ford, who scored three runs and stole a base while going 2-for-4.

Skyridge kept the outfield on their toes and finished the game with 14 hits. That's the most hits they've managed all season.

Skyridge's win bumped their record up to 6-8. As for Mountain View, they have been struggling recently as they've lost seven of their last eight games. That's put a noticeable dent in their 4-9 record this season.

Skyridge will square off against Pleasant Grove at 3:30 p.m. on April 8. Skyridge's pitchers better be ready for this one: Pleasant Grove has averaged an impressive 11.5 runs per game this season. As for Mountain View, they will host Pine View at 3:00 p.m. on Wednesday.