Campo Verde lost against Desert Ridge back in February, and unfortunately they wound up with the same result on Wednesday. The Campo Verde Coyotes fell just short of the Desert Ridge Jaguars by a score of 4-3. That's two games in a row now that Campo Verde has lost by just one run.
Campo Verde got a good showing from Addison Gavigan, who tossed 1.1 innings while giving up no earned runs or hits (she also only allowed one walk). Gavigan has been consistent recently: she hasn't given up more than two walks every time she's pitched this season.
At the plate, Anna Zehring was cooking despite her team's loss, going 2-for-3 with a home run, two runs, and two RBI. Another player making a difference was Rylan Renowden, who scored a run and stole a base while going 2-for-4.
On Desert Ridge's side, they got a great performance from Elin Burger as she pitched six innings while giving up three earned runs off eight hits.
On the hitting side, Desert Ridge's victory was truly a team effort as seven different players contributed at least one hit. One of them was Cierra Smith, who scored two runs while going 2-for-3.
Campo Verde has been struggling recently as they've lost six of their last seven contests, which put a noticeable dent in their 5-9 record this season. As for Desert Ridge, their win bumped their record up to 4-12.
Both squads are looking forward to the support of their home crowds in their upcoming games. Campo Verde will take on Casa Grande at 6:00 p.m. on Friday. Campo Verde's pitching crew has only allowed 3.9 runs per game this season, so Casa Grande's hitters will have their work cut out for them. As for Desert Ridge, they will stay at home for another game and welcome Corona del Sol at 6:00 p.m. on Tuesday. Corona del Sol is coming into the match with four straight losses on the road, meaning Desert Ridge will have to defend against a team hungry for a victory.
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