After flying high against Uintah last Friday, Payson came back down to earth. The Payson Lions fell just short of the Timpanogos Timberwolves by a score of 10-9 on Wednesday. Payson was given a dose of their own medicine in this game as Timpanogos apparently hadn't forgotten their defeat the last time these teams played back in March of 2016.
Alli Drake made the most of her time at bat despite the final result and went 2-for-5 with a home run and three runs. She is on a roll when it comes to home runs, as she's now launched at least one in the last three games she's played. Kenli Miller was another key contributor, going 2-for-5 with a stolen base and two RBI.
Even though they lost, Payson kept the outfield on their toes and finished the game with 13 hits. That's the most hits they've managed all season.
On Timpanogos' side, Kelci Gingras spent all seven innings played on the mound, and it's clear why: she surrendered four earned (and five unearned) runs on 13 hits.
At the plate, Kaleah Sao was incredible, going 2-for-3 with a home run, three RBI, and two runs. Another player making a difference was Shaylie Lang, who scored a run while going 3-for-4.
Payson's loss dropped their record down to 4-6. As for Timpanogos, the victory got them back to even at 4-4.
Coincidentally, both teams will both be playing Mountain View the next time they take the field. Payson will head out to face Mountain View at 3:30 p.m. on Thursday, while Timpanogos will host them at 3:30 p.m. on April 9th.
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