Pinecrest Academy Cadence had lost eight straight on the road, but on Thursday they dropped their record down to 1-15 to make it nine. They came up short against the Durango Trailblazers, falling 24-0. Unfortunately, that's the second time they've come up short against the Trailblazers this season, as they also lost their prior matchup 30-0 on Tuesday.
As for Durango, they have been performing incredibly well recently as they've won 14 of their last 15 matches. That's provided a nice bump to their 21-6 record this season. Considering they have won 13 games by more than five runs this season, Thursday's blowout was nothing new.
For Durango's part, Aiden Farrell was a major factor while hitting and pitching. On the mound, he pitched two innings while giving up no earned runs off one hit. Farrell has been nothing but reliable: he hasn't given up more than two walks in 12 consecutive appearances. He was also stellar in the batter's box, getting on base in all four of his plate appearances with four stolen bases, four runs, and one triple.
In other batting news, Jayden Shuford was a standout: he got on base in all three of his plate appearances with one home run and two RBI. Jon Turner was another key player, going a perfect 2-for-2 with three runs, one double, and one RBI.
Both teams will have to hit the road in their upcoming games. Pinecrest Academy Cadence will square off against Doral Academy Red Rock at 3:30 p.m. on Friday. The Cougars' pitchers better be ready for this one: the Dragons have averaged an impressive 7.2 runs per game this season. As for Durango, they will take on Western at 3:30 p.m. on Monday. The Warriors' pitching crew has only allowed 3.6 runs per game this season, so the Trailblazers' hitters will have their work cut out for them.
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