Youngker is 0-5 against Desert Edge since March of 2015 but things could change on Monday. The Roughriders will take on the Scorpions at 6:00 p.m. Having both just faced considerable losses, both teams are looking to turn things around.
Youngker came up short against Buckeye on Thursday, falling 17-7. The Roughriders have now taken an 'L' in back-to-back games.
Samantha Salgado Beltran made the most of her time at bat despite the final result and went a perfect 3-for-3 with one home run, three runs, and two RBI. That home run was her first of the season. Everly Sandoval was another key player, going 2-for-3 with three RBI and one triple.
Meanwhile, Desert Edge was not able to break out of their rough patch on Tuesday as the team picked up their fifth straight defeat. They lost 21-3 to Canyon View.
Azerae Cantrell (2027) was cooking despite her team's loss, going 2-for-3 with one home run and three RBI.
Youngker's loss dropped their record down to 2-8. As for Desert Edge, their defeat dropped their record down to 5-10.
Monday's game will be a test for both teams' pitchers. Youngker hasn't had any issues making contact this season, having earned a batting average of .313. However, it's not like Desert Edge struggles in that department as they've averaged .380. With both teams so capable at the plate, fans should be ready for an impressive hitting performance.
Youngker suffered a grim 20-0 defeat to Desert Edge in their previous matchup back in March of 2022. Can the Roughriders avenge their loss or is history doomed to repeat itself? We'll find out soon enough.
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