The Wayne Badgers will take on the Panguitch Bobcats at 3:30 p.m. on Tuesday. Wayne has given up an average of 10.3 runs per game this season, but Tuesday's game will give them a chance to turn things around.
Wayne is headed into Tuesday's matchup looking for a big change in momentum after dropping their fourth straight game on Friday. They lost 22-5 to Altamont.
Meanwhile, Panguitch never let their opponents score on Friday. They blew past Monticello 15-0. The Bobcats might be getting used to big wins seeing as the team has won seven games by ten runs or more this season.
Brooklyn Harland made a big impact while hitting and pitching. On the mound, she struck out six batters over three innings while giving up no earned runs or hits (and not a single walk). Harland was also stellar in the batter's box, scoring two runs and stealing two bases while going 1-for-2. What's more, she posted two RBI, the most she's had since back in March of 2024.
In other batting news, Panguitch let Samantha Larsen and Kadee Harland run wild. Larsen went a perfect 2-for-2 with two triples, three RBI, and two runs, while Harland scored three runs and stole a base while going 2-for-2. Another player making a difference was Hailee Yadley, who scored a run and stole two bases while getting on base in all three of her plate appearances.
Panguitch was getting hits left and right and finished the game having posted a batting average of .643. That was just more of the same: they've now posted a batting average of .318 or higher in 11 consecutive contests dating back to last season.
Panguitch's victory ended a three-game drought on the road and puts them at 7-3. As for Wayne, their defeat dropped their record down to 4-10.
Wayne couldn't quite get it done against Panguitch in their previous matchup back in April of 2024 as they fell 25-20. Will the Badgers have more luck at home instead of on the road? Check back here after the action for a full breakdown and analysis of the contest.
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