Gilbert had lost three straight on the road, but on Thursday they dropped down to 8-8 to make it four. They lost 9-3 to the Desert Ridge Jaguars. Unfortunately, that's the third time they've come up short against the Jaguars this season, with their most recent loss being a 19-8 defeat on Tuesday.
Gilbert saw three different players step up and record at least one hit. One of them was Wilfredo Aviles IV, who went 1-for-3 with one stolen base and one run.
As for Desert Ridge, they have been performing well recently as they've won eight of their last ten matchups. That's provided a nice bump to their 11-5 record this season. They might be getting used to big wins seeing as the team has won eight games by six runs or more this season.
On Desert Ridge's side, they got a massive performance out of Tre Hallberg, who went 2-for-3 with one home run, three runs, and four RBI. Will Parker was another key player, going 2-for-4 with one home run, three RBI, and one double.
Both teams will have to hit the road in their upcoming contests. Gilbert will venture away from home to take on Mesa at 3:45 p.m. on Monday. As for Desert Ridge, they will head out to face off against Higley at 6:00 p.m. on Tuesday. The Jaguars' pitchers better be ready for this one: the Knights have averaged an impressive 6.2 runs per game this season.
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