Cactus Shadows had to endure a four-game losing streak, but that streak is no more. They were the clear victor by a 12-2 margin over the Ironwood Eagles. That result was just more of the same for these two, as Cactus Shadows also won the last time the pair played back in March of 2022.
Patrick Geary looked comfortable as he didn't allow a single earned run while striking out six over four innings pitched. He has been nothing but reliable on the mound: he hasn't given up more than two walks in five consecutive pitching appearances.
On the hitting side, Carter Brown was incredible, going 3-for-3 with a home run, three runs, and four RBI. Henry Verhamme was another key contributor, going 2-for-3 with three RBI, two runs, and a triple.
On Ironwood's side, they saw four different players step up and record at least one hit. One of them was Lane Stilwell, who scored a run and stole a base while going 1-for-3.
The win got Cactus Shadows back to even at 11-11-1. As for Ironwood, they have not been sharp recently as the team has lost ten of their last 11 games, which put a noticeable dent in their 6-12 record this season.
Cactus Shadows will head out on the road to square off against Sunrise Mountain at 3:45 p.m. on Monday. Sunrise Mountain is coming into the match with six straight victories at home, so Cactus Shadows will have to stop a squad with plenty of momentum. Ironwood will take on Willow Canyon at 3:45 p.m. on Friday.
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