Softball Recap: Dobson Puts Losing Streak Behind Them

After low-scoring totals in their previous four contest, Dobson brought some dynamite into their most recent game. They were the clear victors by a 23-1 margin over the Mesa Jackrabbits on Thursday. The victory was a breath of fresh air for the Mustangs as it put an end to their five-game losing streak.

Allie Hanson was a major factor no matter where she played. She didn't allow a single earned run over four innings pitched. She has been consistent for a while: she hasn't given up more than two walks in ten consecutive appearances. She was also stellar in the batter's box, going 3-for-5 with five RBI, three runs, and two doubles. Those two doubles gave her a new career-high.

Mersades Torres

Runs Batted In (Career)

04/09/26 @ Mesa	4
03/11/26 vs ALA - Mesa North	3
03/02/26 vs Williams Field	2
03/11/26 vs Antelope	1
03/05/26 @ Apollo	1

In other batting news, Dobson got a massive performance out of Mersades Torres, who went 4-for-5 with four RBI, two runs, and one stolen base. Those four RBI gave Torres a new career-high. The team also got some help courtesy of Emrey Walker, who got on base in four of her five plate appearances with three runs, one stolen base, and one RBI.

Dobson always had someone on base and finished the game having posted an OBP of .636. They easily outclassed their opponents in that department as Mesa only posted an OBP of .250.

Dobson's win was their first in the region, bumping their region record up to 1-5 and their overall record up to 7-9. As for Mesa, they dropped their record down to 1-15 with the defeat, which was their ninth straight at home dating back to last season.

Both teams are looking forward to the support of their home crowds in their upcoming games. Dobson will face off against Westwood at 3:45 p.m. on Friday. The Mustangs' pitchers better be ready for this one: the Warriors have averaged an impressive 6.6 runs per game this season. As for Mesa, they will take on Red Mountain at 3:45 p.m. on Tuesday.