Copper Hills was not able to break out of their rough patch on Thursday as the team picked up their third straight defeat. They fell 11-7 to the Herriman Mustangs. The result was an unpleasant reminder to Copper Hills of the 14-3 loss they experienced in the pair's previous head-to-head fixture back in March.
Anslie Yazzie was cooking despite her team's loss, going 3-for-3 with two triples, two runs, and two RBI. Another player making a difference was Averi Yazzie, who went 2-for-4 with two runs, a triple, and an RBI.
Even though they lost, Copper Hills was hitting in the corners and finished the game with three triples. That's the most triples they've managed all season.
On Herriman's side, Sofia Lancaster made a big impact no matter where she played. She pitched three innings while giving up no earned runs off one hit. Lancaster has been nothing but reliable on the mound: she hasn't given up more than one hit in three consecutive pitching appearances. Lancaster was also big at the plate, scoring two runs while going 2-for-4.
In other batting news, Sammy Nelson was incredible, going 3-for-4 with four RBI and a double. Tanzie Smith was another key contributor, scoring two runs while going 3-for-4.
Copper Hills' defeat dropped their record down to 7-9. As for Herriman, the victory (which was their third in a row) raised their record to 14-3.
Both squads will have to hit the road in their upcoming games. Copper Hills will take on Bingham at 3:30 p.m. on Tuesday. Bingham's pitching crew has only allowed 2.7 runs per game this season, so Copper Hills' hitters will have their work cut out for them. As for Herriman, they will head out on the road to face off against Mountain Ridge at 3:30 p.m. on Tuesday. Herriman knows how to get runs on the board -- the team has finished with flashy run totals in its past three matches -- so hopefully Mountain Ridge likes a good challenge.
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