Softball Recap: Frazier Mountain Takes a Loss

Frazier Mountain extended their losing streak (dating back to last season) to 26 on Monday, dropping their season record down to 0-10 in the process. They lost 25-8 to the Desert Scorpions. Unfortunately, that's the second time they've come up short against the Scorpions this season, as they also lost their prior matchup 20-6 back in March.

As for Desert, the win (which was their third in a row) raised their record to 12-6. They might be getting used to big wins seeing as the team has won eight games by eight runs or more this season.

For Desert's part, Alayna Phillips made a splash while hitting and pitching. She looked comfortable on the mound, striking out 12 batters over five innings while giving up five earned (and three unearned) runs off only two hits. That's the most strikeouts Phillips has posted since back in March. She was also stellar in the batter's box, getting on base in all five of her plate appearances with four stolen bases, five runs, and seven RBI.

In other batting news, Rachel Hewes was incredible, getting on base in four of her five plate appearances with two stolen bases, three runs, and four RBI. She has been hot for a while, having posted at least one stolen base the last 13 times she's played. Another player making a difference was Caroline Kesler, who went 1-for-4 with four RBI, one stolen base, and one run.

Both squads will have to hit the road in their upcoming games. Frazier Mountain will venture away from home to square off against Rosamond at 3:15 p.m. on Tuesday. The Roadrunners have struggled to contain batters this season (they've allowed 11.95 runs per game on average), something the Falcons will no doubt try to take advantage of. As for Desert, they will head out to take on California City at 3:15 p.m. on Tuesday. The Ravens have struggled to contain batters this season (they've allowed 6.9 runs per game on average), something the Scorpions will no doubt try to take advantage of.