
Golden Eagles
04/19/25 vs Orem | 12-1 |
04/18/25 @ Orem | 5-1 |
04/15/25 @ Cedar Valley | 13-4 |
04/11/25 vs Cedar Valley | 6-2 |
04/10/25 @ Spanish Fork | 4-0 |
04/08/25 vs Spanish Fork | 6-0 |
Maple Mountain faced Orem in a battle between two of the state's top teams on Saturday. The Golden Eagles were the clear victors by a 12-1 margin over the Tigers. Winning may never get old, but the Golden Eagles sure are getting used to it with their sixth in a row.
Jeremiah Hall made a big impact while hitting and pitching. On the mound, he didn't allow a single earned run and allowed only two hits while striking out six over five innings pitched. He has been consistent: he hasn't tossed less than five strikeouts in five consecutive appearances. He was also big at the plate, going a perfect 2-for-2 with two runs and one stolen base.
In other batting news, Cy Chrisman was incredible, firing off three home runs, six RBI, and one stolen base while going 4-for-4. That's the most hits he has posted since back in March of 2024. AJ Thomas was another key player, getting on base in three of his four plate appearances with two stolen bases, two runs, and one double.
Maple Mountain always had someone on base and finished the game having posted an OBP of .700. That's the best OBP they've posted all season.
Maple Mountain pushed their record up to 16-1 with the victory, which was their third straight at home. The home wins came thanks in part to their pitching effort, having only surrendered 1.0 run on average over those games. As for Orem, they have been struggling recently as they've lost three of their last four matchups. That's put a noticeable dent in their 10-7 record this season.
Maple Mountain will be playing in front of their home fans against Wasatch at 3:30 p.m. on Tuesday. The Golden Eagles' pitchers better be ready for this one: the Wasps have averaged an impressive 9.1 runs per game this season. As for Orem, they will take on Timpview at 3:30 p.m. on Tuesday. The Tigers are facing the Thunderbirds at the right time seeing as the Thunderbirds are stuck on a seven-game losing streak.
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