Softball Recap: Maple Mountain Golden Eagles vs. Timpview Thunderbirds
Maple Mountain's game last Thursday was a tough loss, but they didn't let that memory haunt them on Friday. They blew past the Timpview Thunderbirds 17-1. That 16 run margin sets a new team best for Maple Mountain this season.
Kyla Donegan made a big impact no matter where she played. She looked comfortable on the mound, striking out six batters over 2.2 innings while giving up just one earned run off two hits (and not a single walk). Donegan was also big at the plate, scoring a run and stealing two bases while getting on base in three of her four plate appearances.
In other batting news, the team relied heavily on McClain Carter, who went 2-for-3 with a home run, two stolen bases, and three runs. Brin Bunker was another key contributor, scoring three runs and stealing a base while going 2-for-3.
Maple Mountain's victory ended a seven-game drought on the road dating back to last season and puts them at 6-9. As for Timpview, this is the second loss in a row for them and nudges their season record down to 1-7.
Both squads will have to hit the road in their upcoming games. Maple Mountain will be staying on the road on Tuesday to face off against Wasatch at 3:30 p.m. As for Timpview, they will take on Springville at 3:30 p.m. on Tuesday. One thing working in Springville's favor is that they have posted big run totals in their last three contests.
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