For the second straight game, Washington will face off against Copper Canyon. The Rams will welcome the Aztecs at 3:45 p.m. on Wednesday.
Having struggled with seven defeats in a row, Washington turned things around against Copper Canyon on Monday. They put the hurt on the Aztecs with a sharp 26-4 victory. The game marked the Rams' most dominant win of the season.
Carol Hanna was a major factor no matter where she played. On the mound, she didn't allow a single earned run over four innings pitched. Hanna was also big at the plate, getting on base in three of her five plate appearances with two stolen bases, three RBI, and one run.
In other batting news, Shauni Walters was a standout: she got on base in all five of her plate appearances with five stolen bases, five runs, and one RBI. Another player making a difference was Jasmine Salazar, who went 3-for-4 with one home run, five stolen bases, and three runs.
Washington always had someone on base and finished the game having posted an OBP of .786. That's the best OBP they've posted all season.
Washington's victory was their first in the region, bumping their region record up to 1-4 and their overall record up to 3-11. As for Copper Canyon, their loss dropped their record down to 3-10.
Wednesday's contest might come down to which pitcher can control the ball better. Washington has hit smart this season, having averaged an OBP of .542. However, it's not like Copper Canyon struggles in that department as they've averaged .452. With both teams so capable at the plate, fans should be ready for an impressive hitting performance. Check MaxPreps after the action for a full breakdown of the game and more softball content.
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