Deer Valley extended their losing streak (dating back to last season) to nine on Monday, dropping them down to 0-8. They lost 13-0 to the Prescott Badgers. The contest marked the first time this season in which the Skyhawks were not able to get on the board.
Emelina Robles was cooking despite her team's loss, going 1-for-2 with one triple and one stolen base. That stolen base marked the first that she has snagged this season.
As for Prescott, their victory ended a three-game drought at home dating back to last season and bumped them up to 3-2. That 13-run margin sets a new team best for them this season.
On Prescott's side, not much got past Madison Ballou, who gave up just four hits to keep Deer Valley off the board. Ballou has been nothing but reliable on the mound: she hasn't given up more than one walk in three consecutive appearances. Lucy Zembik came in to relieve Ballou and was airtight, giving up no runs, hits or walks in her an inning pitched.
At the plate, the team relied heavily on Olivia Butler, who went 2-for-3 with three runs, three RBI, and one double. Another player making a difference was Roselynn Martinez, who went 1-for-2 with two runs, two RBI, and one double.
Looking ahead, Deer Valley will head out on the road to face off against ALA - Gilbert North at 3:45 p.m. on Tuesday. As for Prescott, they will welcome Mohave at 4:00 p.m. on Tuesday. The Thunderbirds have struggled to contain batters this season (they've allowed 6.73 runs per game on average), something the Badgers will no doubt try to take advantage of.
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