Payson was not able to break out of their rough patch on Thursday as the team picked up their fifth straight loss. They lost 17-3 to the Show Low Cougars. The Longhorns were not able to make up for their defeat to the Cougars from their previous meeting back in April of 2024.
Payson saw five different players step up and record at least one hit. One of them was Hunter Hoff, who went 1-for-2 with one RBI.
Payson's loss dropped their record down to 8-7. As for Show Low, they have been performing well recently as they've won nine of their last 11 matchups. That's provided a nice bump to their 12-6 record this season.
Both teams are looking forward to the support of their home crowds in their upcoming games. Payson will challenge ALA - Ironwood at 6:00 p.m. on Monday. The Warriors have struggled to contain batters this season (they've allowed 10.71 runs per game on average), something the Longhorns will no doubt try to take advantage of. As for Show Low, they will square off against Alchesay at 6:00 p.m. on Tuesday. The Cougars' pitchers better be ready for this one: the Falcons have averaged an impressive 8.8 runs per game this season.
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