Trojans
| 04/23/25 vs Apache Junction | 14-4 |
| 04/21/25 @ Yuma Catholic | 7-1 |
| 04/17/25 @ Coolidge | 29-2 |
| 04/15/25 vs Seton Catholic | 10-1 |
| 04/14/25 vs Coolidge | 24-2 |
| + 6 more games |
Valley Christian came tearing into Wednesday's match with ten straight wins (a stretch where they outscored their opponents by an average of 11.6 runs), and they left with even more momentum. They blew past the Apache Junction Prospectors 14-4. That's the second time they've managed to beat them this season, as they also won 11-1 two weeks ago.
Devin Morganfield looked comfortable as he struck out seven batters over three innings while giving up three earned (and one unearned) runs off only two hits. He has been consistent recently: he hasn't given up more than two hits in four consecutive appearances.
On the hitting side, the team relied heavily on Ryan Sanchez, who went 3-for-4 with one home run, five RBI, and two runs. That home run marked the first that he has launched this season. Brock Jackson was another key player, getting on base in all four of his plate appearances with three stolen bases and three runs.
Valley Christian always had someone on base and finished the game having posted an OBP of .625. They easily outclassed their opponents in that department as Apache Junction only posted an OBP of .375.
Valley Christian's win was their sixth straight at home, which pushed their record up to 23-2. Those home victories came thanks in part to their hitting performance across that stretch, as they averaged 14.8 runs over those games. As for Apache Junction, they have been struggling recently as they've lost five of their last six contests. That's put a noticeable dent in their 10-10 record this season.
Both teams are looking forward to the support of their home crowds in their upcoming games. Valley Christian will host Crismon at 6:30 p.m. on Thursday. The two teams have allowed few runs on average (the Trojans 2.2, the Rattlers 3.5) so any runs scored will be well earned. As for Apache Junction, they will be playing in front of their home fans against Combs at 3:45 p.m. on Friday. The Coyotes have struggled to contain batters this season (they've allowed 10.75 runs per game on average), something the Prospectors will no doubt try to take advantage of.
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