South Mountain extended their losing streak to three on Friday, dropping their season record down to 7-14-1 in the process. They came up short against the Maryvale Panthers, falling 20-11. Unfortunately, that's the second time they've come up short against the Panthers this season, as they also lost their prior matchup 9-3 on Tuesday.
Sarah Guzman was cooking despite her team's loss, going 3-for-5 with one home run, four RBI, and two runs. That home run was her first of the season. Bethsi Arellano-Melendez was another key player, going 3-for-5 with two stolen bases, two RBI, and one run.
As for Maryvale, their record is now 12-8. Their hitters stepped up their game for this one, as that was the most runs they've scored all season.
On Maryvale's side, Jaline Ortega was incredible, going a perfect 3-for-3 with three stolen bases, three doubles, and two runs. Those three doubles gave Ortega a new career-high. Another player making a difference was Marianna Jennings, who went 3-for-4 with two runs, one stolen base, and two RBI.
South Mountain wasted no time getting back out on the field and has already played their next game, a 24-14 defeat against Tempe on the 28th. As for Maryvale, they have also already played their next contest, a 10-0 loss against Marcos de Niza on the 28th.
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