ThunderRidge took a 14-run defeat the last time they faced off against Ponderosa, but this time they managed to keep it close and that made all the difference. The Grizzlies had just enough and edged out the Mustangs 7-5. For those keeping track at home, that's the closest win the Grizzlies have posted since September 5th.
Meredith O'Neil
| 09/19/25 @ Ponderosa | 4 |
| 09/05/25 vs Brighton | 3 |
| 09/05/25 vs Bear Creek | 2 |
| 09/02/25 @ Chatfield | 2 |
| 08/25/25 vs Eaglecrest | 2 |
The team relied heavily on Meredith O'Neil, who went 4-for-5 with two stolen bases, two runs, and one double. Those four hits gave her a new career-high. Aubrey Conant was another key player, getting on base in all five of her plate appearances with one run and one double.
They weren't the only ones making solid contact: ThunderRidge kept the outfield on their toes and finished the game with 11 hits. They are 3-1 when they post 11 or more hits.
ThunderRidge's victory ended a six-game drought on the road dating back to last season and puts them at 5-9. As for Ponderosa, this is the second loss in a row for them and nudges their season record down to 5-11.
Both squads are looking forward to the support of their home crowds in their upcoming games. ThunderRidge will square off against Mountain Vista at 5:30 p.m. on Monday. As for Ponderosa, they will be playing in front of their home fans against Douglas County at 3:30 p.m. on Monday. The Huskies have struggled to contain batters this season (they've allowed 10.92 runs per game on average), something the Mustangs will no doubt try to take advantage of.
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