There's no place like home for Doherty, who bounced back after a loss on the road last Wednesday. They put the hurt on the Mesa Ridge Grizzlies with a sharp 16-5 win on Friday.
Derek Graham was a standout: he scored two runs while going 2-for-3. He also hit a double, marking his first of the season. Another player making a difference was Cooper Settle, who scored two runs and stole Two bases. while going 2-for-3.

Spartans
03/14/25 vs Mesa Ridge | 13 |
03/12/25 @ Lakewood | 4 |
03/11/25 vs Lewis-Palmer | 6 |
03/08/25 vs Coronado | 12 |
05/13/24 @ Peak to Peak | 7 |
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Graham wasn't the only one working in the hit department: Doherty kept the outfield on their toes and finished the game with 13 hits. That's the most hits they've posted since back in May of 2024.
The victory got Doherty back to even at 2-2. As for Mesa Ridge, they are on a three-game losing streak that has dropped them down to 0-3.
Both squads are looking forward to the support of their home crowds in their upcoming games. Doherty will welcome Air Academy at 4:00 p.m. on Tuesday. Doherty is strutting in with some hitting muscle as they've averaged 9.8 runs per game this season. As for Mesa Ridge, they will host Colorado Springs Christian at 4:00 p.m. on Tuesday.
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