For the second straight game, Maple Mountain will face off against Payson. The Eagles are taking a road trip to challenge the Lions at 3:30 p.m. on Tuesday. Maple Mountain's pitching crew has only allowed 2.6 runs per game this season, so Payson's hitters will have their work cut out for them.
Maple Mountain is coming in fresh off a high-stakes matchup with another one of Utah's top teams: Payson, who was ranked 15th at the time (Maple Mountain was ranked 11th). The Eagles blew past the Lions 12-4 on Monday. Considering the Eagles have won seven contests by more than six runs this season, Monday's blowout was nothing new.
Kavyn Carter looked comfortable as he didn't allow a single earned run while striking out six over four innings pitched. He has been consistent: he hasn't given up more than two walks in six consecutive appearances.
Mitch Walker
| 03/30/26 vs Payson | 7 |
| 03/12/26 vs Crimson Cliffs | 2 |
| 03/06/26 vs Cedar | 2 |
| 03/13/26 vs Olympus | 1 |
| 03/06/26 vs Mountain View | 1 |
On the hitting side, the team relied heavily on Mitch Walker, who fired off two home runs, seven RBI, and three runs while going 3-for-4. Those seven RBI gave him a new career-high. Nash Ferguson was another key player, going a perfect 3-for-3 with two stolen bases, three runs, and one double.
Maple Mountain was getting hits left and right and finished the game having posted a batting average of .483. They easily outclassed their opponents in that department as Payson only posted a batting average of .292.
Maple Mountain pushed their record up to 10-2 with the victory, which was their 14th straight at home dating back to last season. Those home wins came thanks in part to their pitching effort, having only surrendered 1.4 runs on average over those games. As for Payson, the defeat snapped their winning streak at five games and leaves them with a 8-3 record.
Tuesday's game might come down to which pitcher can control the ball better. Maple Mountain has hit smart this season, having averaged an OBP of .488. However, it's not like Payson struggles in that department as they've averaged .461. With both teams so capable at the plate, fans should be ready for an impressive hitting performance. Check MaxPreps after the match for a full breakdown of the game, commentary, and other baseball content.
