Ray got their first taste of in-conference action on Friday and they started things off strong. They blew past the Superior Panthers 18-6. Considering the Bearcats have won five games by more than five runs this season, Friday's blowout was nothing new.
Chase Chester was incredible, going a perfect 3-for-3 with seven RBI, two triples, and one stolen base. Those two triples gave him a new career-high. Adem Nunez was another key player, getting on base in all four of his plate appearances with four runs and two RBI.
Ray always had someone on base and finished the game having posted an OBP of .649. They are a perfect 6-0 when they post an OBP of .513 or better.
| 03/27/26 @ Superior | 18-6 |
| 03/25/26 @ San Tan Foothills | 18-13 |
| 03/20/26 @ San Miguel | 18-0 |
| 03/17/26 vs San Carlos | 18-3 |
| 03/14/26 vs St. David | 8-2 |
The win was the fifth in a row for Ray, bringing their record up to 8-6. Those victories came thanks in part to their hitting performance across that stretch, as they averaged 16.0 runs over those games. As for Superior, they are on a three-game losing streak that has dropped them down to 4-7.
Both squads will have to hit the road in their upcoming matchups. Ray will face off against Patagonia at 3:45 p.m. on Monday. The Lobos have struggled to contain batters this season (they've allowed 8.67 runs per game on average), something the Bearcats will no doubt try to take advantage of. As for Superior, they will take on Hayden at 4:00 p.m. on Tuesday.
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