Desert Heights Prep scored the most runs they've had all season to find success on Friday. They were the clear victor by a 19-1 margin over the Mayer Wildcats. Desert Heights Prep might be getting used to big wins seeing as the team's won eight contests by six runs or more this season.
Ashton Mangiaruga made a splash no matter where he played. He tossed three innings while giving up no earned runs off three hits. Mangiaruga was even better at the plate, scoring three runs and stealing two bases while getting on base in four of his five plate appearances.
In other batting news, Kyson Kobbe was incredible, going 2-for-3 with a home run, two stolen bases, and three runs. He has been hot recently, having posted at least one stolen base the last five times he's played. Cayle Haskell was another key contributor, scoring two runs and stealing a base while going 2-for-4.
Desert Heights Prep is on a roll lately: they've won 11 of their last 12 matches, which provided a massive bump to their 12-6-1 record this season. As for Mayer, they are on a 19-game losing streak that has dropped them down to 1-20.
Desert Heights Prep will head out on the road to face off against Red Rock at 3:45 p.m. on Monday. Red Rock is coming into the matchup with eight straight losses at home, meaning Desert Heights Prep will have to defend against a team hungry for a victory. Mayer does not have any more games scheduled as of now.
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