Mountain Pointe had lost eight straight on the road dating back to last season, but on Friday they dropped down to 2-18 to make it nine. They lost 10-0 to the Gilbert Tigers. If the Pride were looking for revenge after losing 3-1 to the Tigers when the teams met back in March of 2025, then they'll just have to keep looking.
Mountain Pointe saw two different players step up and record at least one hit. One of them was Teague McCarthy, who went a perfect 1-for-1 with one stolen base.
As for Gilbert, their win ended a three-game drought at home and bumped them up to 10-12. Considering they have won seven games by more than eight runs this season, Friday's blowout was nothing new.
On Gilbert's side, Wilfredo Aviles IV made a splash no matter where he played. On the mound, he didn't allow a single earned run and allowed only two hits while striking out nine over five innings pitched. Aviles IV has been consistent: he hasn't given up more than two walks in six consecutive appearances. He was also big at the plate, going a perfect 3-for-3 with one home run, two RBI, and one double. That's the most hits he has posted since back in March.
In other batting news, the team relied heavily on Brady Carlin, who got on base in all three of his plate appearances with two stolen bases and three runs. That's the most runs he has posted since back in March. Mason Kenas also deserves some recognition as he snagged his first stolen base of the season.
Coming up, Mountain Pointe will head out to face off against Horizon at 3:45 p.m. on Tuesday. As for Gilbert, they will look to defend their home field on Monday against Higley at 6:00 p.m. The last three games the Knights have played have been within two runs, so don't be surprised if it's a close one.
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