For the second straight game, Desert Edge will face off against Youngker. The Scorpions will host the Roughriders at 6:00 p.m. on Wednesday. Desert Edge is strutting in with some hitting muscle as they've averaged 6.5 runs per game this season.
Desert Edge will roll into the matchup after a wild two-game stretch: they only put up one run on Tuesday, then bounced right back against Youngker on Monday. The Scorpions were the clear victors by a 12-6 margin over the Roughriders. The win continues a trend for the Scorpions in their matchups with the Roughriders: they've now won seven in a row.
Aliyah Fatigoni (2027)
| 04/06/26 @ Youngker | 13 |
| 03/20/25 vs North Canyon | 10 |
| 03/24/26 vs Buckeye | 7 |
| 04/10/25 vs Verrado | 7 |
| 02/28/25 vs Safford | 7 |
Aliyah Fatigoni (2027) was a major factor while hitting and pitching. She struck out 13 batters over seven innings while giving up three earned (and three unearned) runs off eight hits. Those 13 strikeouts gave her a new career-high. She was also big at the plate, going 2-for-4 with two runs and two doubles.
In other batting news, the team relied heavily on Azerae Cantrell (2027), who got on base in three of her five plate appearances with four stolen bases, two runs, and one RBI. That's the most stolen bases she has posted since back in March of 2025. Another player making a difference was Leila Taylor (2027), who went 2-for-3 with two runs, two RBI, and one double.
Youngker is on a four-game losing streak that has dropped them down to 6-8-1. As for Desert Edge, their victory bumped their record up to 5-10.
Wednesday's game might come down to which pitcher can control the ball better. Desert Edge has hit smart this season, having averaged an OBP of .481. However, it's not like Youngker struggles in that department as they've averaged .474. With both teams so capable at the plate, fans should be ready for an impressive hitting performance. Check MaxPreps after the action for a full breakdown of the game and more softball content.
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