Pima had to start their season on the road on Friday, and it wasn't the start they were hoping for. They fell just short of the Payson Longhorns by a score of 8-6. Sadly, the loss continues a streak the team started last season, making it five in a row.

Cedrick Grimes
| 02/27/26 vs Payson | 2 |
| 04/28/25 vs San Tan Charter | 1 |
| 04/24/25 @ North Valley Christian Academy | 1 |
| 04/18/25 @ St. Johns | 1 |
| 04/16/25 vs San Carlos | 3 |
Cedrick Grimes was cooking despite his team's loss, going 1-for-2 with two stolen bases and one run. He is on a roll when it comes to stolen bases, as he's now snagged at least one in each of the last five games he's played dating back to last season. The team also got some help courtesy of Rhiley Good, who got on base in all three of his plate appearances with one run.
The win got Payson back to even at 2-2.
Looking ahead, Pima will venture away from home to square off against Arizona Lutheran Academy at 4:00 p.m. on Friday. As for Payson, they will be taking part in a tournament against Phoenix Country Day at 11:00 a.m. on Saturday.
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