For the second straight game, Tempe will face off against Yuma. The Buffaloes will be playing in front of their home fans against the Criminals at 4:00 p.m. on Wednesday. Tempe has given up an average of 8.9 runs per game this season, but Wednesday's game will give them a chance to turn things around.
Tempe is probably headed into the matchup with a chip on their shoulder considering Yuma just ended the team's four-game winning streak on Monday. They came up short against the Criminals, falling 12-6.
For Yuma's part, Monika Ordaz was a major factor no matter where she played. She looked comfortable on the mound, pitching seven innings while giving up four earned (and two unearned) runs off 11 hits. Ordaz was also solid in the batter's box, going 2-for-4 with two RBI and one double. Those two RBI gave her a new career-high.
In other batting news, the team relied heavily on Derryel Medel, who went a perfect 3-for-3 with four runs, two stolen bases, and two RBI. That's the most runs she has posted since back in March. The team also got some help courtesy of Elia Palencia, who went 3-for-4 with four runs and two doubles.
Yuma kept the outfield on their toes and finished the game with 12 hits. They are a perfect 7-0 when they post 11 or more hits.
Yuma's win ended a three-game drought at home and bumped them up to 10-6. As for Tempe, their defeat was their first in the region, dropping their region record down to 6-1 and their overall record down to 15-7.
Wednesday's contest will be a test for both teams' pitchers. Tempe hasn't had any issues making contact this season, having earned a batting average of .478. However, it's not like Yuma struggles in that department as they've averaged .327. With both teams so capable at the plate, fans should be ready for an impressive hitting performance. Check MaxPreps after the action for a full breakdown of the game and more softball content.
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