After having lost a blowout in their previous game against Stagg, Weston Ranch was happy to have turned things around on Thursday. They came out on top against the Franklin Yellowjackets by a score of 8-3. While the Cougars didn't have the best season last year (they finished 8-16), it's starting to look like those struggles are a thing of the past.

Baylee Santiago
04/03/25 vs Franklin | 3 |
04/01/25 @ Stagg | 2 |
03/27/25 @ McNair | 1 |
03/25/25 vs Bear Creek | 1 |
03/03/25 vs Denair | 2 |
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The team relied heavily on Baylee Santiago, who scored two runs and stole three bases while getting on base in all four of her plate appearances. Santiago is crushing it when it comes to stolen bases: she's snagged at least one every time she's taken the field this season. Another player making a difference was Gigi Gheith, who scored two runs and stole two bases while going 1-for-4.
Weston Ranch's record now sits at 7-4. As for Franklin, they are on a four-game losing streak that has dropped them down to 3-5.
Looking ahead, Weston Ranch will head out on the road to challenge Edison at 4:00 p.m. on Tuesday. The Vikings have struggled to contain batters this season (they've allowed 9.1 runs per game on average), something the Cougars will no doubt try to take advantage of. As for Franklin, they will be playing in front of their home fans against Bear Creek at 6:30 p.m. on Tuesday. The Bruins will roll in looking for their eighth straight win, something the Yellowjackets surely won't give up without a fight.
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