For the second straight game, Youngker will face off against Desert Edge. The Roughriders will welcome the Scorpions at 3:45 p.m. on Wednesday. Youngker has given up an average of 18.4 runs per game this season, but Wednesday's game will give them a chance to turn things around.
Youngker is headed into Wednesday's contest looking for a big change in momentum after dropping their third straight game on Monday. They lost 17-6 to Desert Edge.
For Desert Edge's part, Aliyah Fatigoni (2027) made a splash while hitting and pitching. She tossed one inning while giving up no earned runs or hits. Fatigoni (2027) has been nothing but reliable on the mound: she hasn't given up a single walk in four consecutive appearances. She was also stellar in the batter's box, going 2-for-4 with one home run, seven RBI, and two runs. That's the most runs she has posted since back in March.
In other batting news, Azerae Cantrell (2027) was a standout: she went 2-for-3 with two stolen bases, one triple, and two RBI. That's the most stolen bases she has posted since back in March. Another player making a difference was Samantha Ochoa, who scored two runs while going 2-for-3.
Desert Edge always had someone on base and finished the game having posted an OBP of .703. They easily outclassed their opponents in that department as Youngker only posted an OBP of .333.
Youngker's defeat dropped their record down to 2-9. As for Desert Edge, with the win, they broke their five-game losing streak and moved their record to 6-10.
Wednesday's game will be a test for both teams' pitchers. Youngker hasn't had any issues making contact this season, having earned a batting average of .314. However, it's not like Desert Edge struggles in that department as they've averaged .403. With both teams so capable at the plate, fans should be ready for an impressive hitting performance. Come back here after the game to get an analysis of the match and other softball content.
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