Pinecrest Academy Cadence is 0-4 against Cheyenne since March of 2024 but things could change on Monday. The Pinecrest Academy Cadence Cougars will challenge the Cheyenne Desert Shields at 11:00 a.m. Pinecrest Academy Cadence has given up an average of 19 runs per game this season, so hopefully the team got some pitching drills in this week.
Pinecrest Academy Cadence lost 27-3 to Eldorado on Wednesday. The Cougars have now taken an 'L' in back-to-back games.
Pinecrest Academy Cadence saw two different players step up and record at least one hit. One of them was Matthew Martinez, who scored a run and stole Two bases. while going 1-for-1. Casey White also deserves some recognition as he scored his first run of the season.
Meanwhile, Cheyenne put another one in the bag on Thursday to keep their perfect season alive. They were the clear victor by an 18-3 margin over Del Sol. The Desert Shields might be getting used to big wins seeing as the team has won six games by eight runs or more this season.
Raider Campos made a big impact no matter where he played. On the mound, he tossed three innings while giving up no earned runs off two hits. He has been consistent : he hasn't given up more than two walks in five consecutive appearances. He was also big at the plate, going a perfect 2-for-2 with one RBI.
In other batting news, Cheyenne let Tapa Gamoras and Esai Esparza run wild. Gamoras scored four runs and stole a base while getting on base in all four of his plate appearances, while Esparza scored two runs while getting on base in all four of his plate appearances. What's more, Esparza posted three RBI, the most he's had since back in March of 2024. The team also got some help courtesy of Taven Thaker, who scored two runs while going 1-for-2.
Cheyenne kept the outfield on their toes and finished the game with 11 hits. The team's really been improving in that area: they've now improved their hit total in three consecutive matches.
Pinecrest Academy Cadence's defeat dropped their record down to 1-3. As for Cheyenne, they pushed their record up to 8-0 with the victory, which was their sixth straight at home.
Monday's contest might come down to which pitcher can control the ball better. Pinecrest Academy Cadence has hit smart this season, having averaged an OBP of .487. However, it's not like Cheyenne struggles in that department as they've averaged .585. With both teams so capable at the plate, fans should be ready for an impressive hitting performance.
Pinecrest Academy Cadence might still be hurting after the 17-0 loss they got from Cheyenne in their previous meeting on Friday. Can Pinecrest Academy Cadence avenge their defeat or is history doomed to repeat itself? We'll find out soon enough.
