Dobson had lost nine straight on the road dating back to last season, but on Thursday they dropped their record down to 4-19 to make it ten. They lost 14-7 to the Mesa Jackrabbits. Unfortunately, that's the second time they've come up short against the Jackrabbits this season, as they also lost their prior matchup 26-13 last Thursday.
Nikole Torres was cooking despite her team's loss, going a perfect 2-for-2 with two RBI, one run, and one double. Natalie Hamblin was another key player, going 2-for-4 with one run and one double.
As for Mesa, their victory ended a nine-game drought at home dating back to last season and bumped them up to 4-10. The high-scoring effort was just what they needed considering they were shut out in their previous contest.
On Mesa's side, Jada Porter was a major factor no matter where she played. On the mound, she struck out eight batters over seven innings while giving up three earned (and four unearned) runs off seven hits. That's the most strikeouts Porter has posted since back in March. She was also solid in the batter's box, getting on base in three of her four plate appearances with two runs and one stolen base.
In other batting news, Mesa got a massive performance out of Dayvanee Hill, who went 2-for-3 with three RBI, two runs, and one stolen base. Those two hits gave Hill a new career-high. Another player making a difference was Mailyn Ortiz Cabezas, who went 2-for-4 with one home run, two runs, and two RBI.
Both squads will have to hit the road in their upcoming games. Dobson will venture away from home to challenge Tolleson at 6:00 p.m. on Monday. The Mustangs' pitchers better be ready for this one: the Wolverines have averaged an impressive 10.1 runs per game this season. As for Mesa, they will head out to square off against Skyline at 6:00 p.m. on Tuesday.
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