Apache Junction took a eight-run defeat the last time they faced off against Florence, but this time they managed to keep it close and that made all the difference. Apache Junction won by a run and slipped past Florence 4-3. While the Prospectors didn't have the best season last year (they finished 9-14), it's starting to look like those struggles are a thing of the past.
Aidan Mead tossed a big game, striking out eight batters over 6.2 innings while giving up three earned runs off seven hits. He has been consistent recently: he hasn't tossed less than five strikeouts in four consecutive appearances.
On the hitting side, the team relied heavily on Connor Trisoliere, who scored a run and stole a base while going 2-for-3.
Prospectors
| 03/21/25 @ Florence | 4-3 |
| 03/18/25 vs Coolidge | 13-3 |
| 03/17/25 vs Poston Butte | 8-7 |
| 03/11/25 vs Palo Verde | 16-1 |
| 03/10/25 vs ALA - Anthem South | 17-1 |
| 03/06/25 @ Coronado | 21-1 |
The win was the sixth in a row for Apache Junction, bringing their record up to 6-4. Those victories came thanks in part to their hitting performance across that stretch, as they averaged 13.2 runs over those games. As for Florence, they are on a three-game losing streak that has dropped them down to 6-3.
Both squads are looking forward to the support of their home crowds in their upcoming games. Apache Junction will host Seton Catholic at 3:45 p.m. on Tuesday. Apache Junction is on a six-game streak of home wins (dating back to last season), Seton Catholic a three-game streak of away wins, meaning someone's leaving a streak behind. As for Florence, they will welcome Empire at 6:00 p.m. on Monday. Florence's pitchers better be ready for this one: Empire has averaged an impressive 6.2 runs per game this season.
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