Youngker took care of business in their home opener (and then some) on Wednesday. Everything went their way against the South Mountain Jaguars as the Youngker Roughriders made off with a 16-1 victory. The win was some much needed relief for the Roughriders as it spelled an end to their three-game losing streak dating back to last season.
Matthew Carroll looked comfortable as he pitched two innings while giving up no earned runs or hits. What's more, he posted five strikeouts, the most he's had since back in March of 2024.
At the plate, Damian Macias was excellent, scoring two runs and stealing two bases.
Youngker always had someone on base and finished the game having posted an OBP of .750. They easily outclassed their opponents in that department as South Mountain only posted an OBP of .385.
Youngker wasted no time getting back out on the field and has already played their next game, a 10-6 victory against Eastmark on the 27th. As for South Mountain, they have also already played their next matchup, an 11-1 defeat against Thunderbird on the 27th.
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