Payson lost to Show Low two weeks ago, but they didn't allow them the same satisfaction on Thursday. The Payson Longhorns had just enough and edged the Show Low Cougars out 9-8. That's two games straight that Payson has won by just one run.
The team relied heavily on Rebecca Chiccino, who scored two runs while going 3-for-4. Another player making a difference was Holdyn Waterman, who scored a run while going 2-for-4.
On Show Low's side, Brooklynn Lang and Brynlynn Lang did some serious damage despite the final result: Lang scored three runs and stole a base while going 2-for-3, while Lang went 2-for-4 with a triple, a stolen base, and two RBI. Lang is on a roll when it comes to stolen bases, as she's now stolen at least one in the last five games she's played. Gracie Unphress was another key contributor, going 1-for-3 with three RBI.
Even though they lost, Show Low was hitting in the alleys and finished the game with three doubles. They easily outclassed their opponents in that department as Payson only hit no.
Payson's win was their third straight at home, which pushed their record up to 6-7. As for Show Low, their loss dropped their record down to 12-7.
Payson will look to defend their home field on Monday against Camp Verde at 6:00 p.m. Camp Verde is strutting in with some hitting muscle, as they've averaged 13 runs per game this season. As for Show Low, they will head out on the road to face off against Fountain Hills at 12:00 p.m. on Saturday. Show Low is facing Fountain Hills at the right time seeing as Fountain Hills is stuck on a 12-game losing streak.
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