Dysart is on a ten-game streak of home losses dating back to last season, and Desert Sunrise a four-game streak of away losses. However, someone's due for a change in luck on Monday. The Dysart Demons will host the Desert Sunrise Golden Hawks at 3:45 p.m. Having both just faced considerable losses, both teams are looking to turn things around.
Things were looking good for Dysart after they put the first points on the board on Thursday, but unfortunately for them things went downhill from there. They lost 21-11 to Tempe. Even though they lost, the Demons' still made a splash at the plate and bumped their average scoring up to 6.2 runs per game (they're now ranked -1th in scoring overall).
Roxanna Jimenez made the most of her time at bat despite the final result and scored a run and stole a base while getting on base in all three of her plate appearances. She also brought in an RBI, marking her first of the season. Juliana Bustraan was another key player, scoring three runs and stealing a base.
Meanwhile, Saturday just wasn't the day for Desert Sunrise's offense. They came up short against Eastmark on Saturday, falling 19-0.
Desert Sunrise's loss dropped their record down to 0-8. As for Dysart, their defeat dropped their record down to 0-10.
The pitchers for both teams better look sharp on Monday as neither team is afraid to steal. Dysart has been swiping bases left and right this season, having averaged 2.7 stolen bases per game. However, it's not like Desert Sunrise struggles in that department as they've been averaging an even more impressive 3.4 stolen bases. The only question left is which team can snag more. Check MaxPreps after the match for a full breakdown of the game, commentary, and other softball content.
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