Dakota Ridge was handed a ten-run defeat in their previous outing, but that didn't affect their clutch gene on Friday. They had just enough and edged out the Timnath Cubs 9-8. For those keeping track at home, that's the closest victory the Eagles have posted since September 10, 2024.

Avery Andrews
08/22/25 vs Timnath | 4 |
10/11/24 @ Green Mountain | 3 |
09/10/24 @ Standley Lake | 3 |
09/30/24 @ Pomona | 2 |
08/21/24 @ Brighton | 2 |
Dakota Ridge got a massive performance out of Avery Andrews, who went a perfect 4-for-4 with four runs, one stolen base, and one double. Those four runs gave Andrews a new career-high. Another player making a difference was Natalie Holman, who went 3-for-4 with three RBI, one run, and one double.
Dakota Ridge was getting hits left and right and finished the game having posted a batting average of .452. They easily outclassed their opponents in that department as Timnath only posted a batting average of .259.
The win got Dakota Ridge back to even at 1-1. As for Timnath, they now have a losing record of 1-2.
Looking ahead, Dakota Ridge will be taking part in a tournament against Thompson Valley at 1:30 p.m. on Friday. As for Timnath, they will take on Rangeview in a tournament on Friday.
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