After low-scoring totals in their previous three contest, Pinecrest Academy Cadence brought some dynamite into their most recent game. They walked away with a 16-13 win over the Camp Verde Cowboys on Friday. The high-scoring performance was a welcome turnaround for the Cougars' hitters, who had struggled in the games prior.
Matthew Martinez was incredible, getting on base in three of his four plate appearances with three runs and four RBI. That's the most RBI he has posted since back in March of 2025. Xavier Morales also deserves some recognition as he got his first hit of the season.

Cougars
| 03/06/26 vs Camp Verde | 57.6% |
| 03/03/26 vs Desert Pines | 53.8% |
| 03/05/26 vs Parker | 25% |
| 03/05/26 vs Doral Academy Red Rock | 23.5% |
Pinecrest Academy Cadence always had someone on base and finished the game having posted an OBP of .576. That's the best OBP they've posted all season.
Pinecrest Academy Cadence's first victory this season bumped their record up to 1-5. As for Camp Verde, their defeat dropped their record down to 1-7.
Coming up, Pinecrest Academy Cadence will square off against White Pine at 1:00 p.m. on Friday. As for Camp Verde, they will take on Doral Academy Red Rock at 3:30 p.m. on Friday. The Cowboys' pitchers better be ready for this one: the Dragons have averaged an impressive 12.7 runs per game this season.
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