Benson is 10-0 against Morenci since May of 2018, and they'll have a chance to extend that success on Monday. The Benson Bobcats have the luxury of staying home for another game and will welcome the Morenci Wildcats at 4:00 p.m.
Last Saturday, Benson fell victim to a rough 13-5 loss at the hands of Willcox.
Kaylei Taylor made the most of her time at bat despite the final result and went 1-for-3 with a home run. Akota Abbott was another key contributor, going 4-for-4 with an RBI.
Meanwhile, after low-scoring totals in their previous three contests, Morenci brought some dynamite into their most recent game. They skirted past St. Johns 11-9. The win was just what Morenci needed coming off of a 6-0 defeat in their prior match.
Cameryn Woodall made a big impact no matter where she played. On the mound, she tossed an inning while giving up no earned runs or hits (she also didn't allow any walks). Woodall has been consistent recently: she hasn't given up more than two hits in three consecutive pitching appearances. Woodall was even better at the plate, scoring three runs and stealing two bases while going 2-for-3.
In other batting news, Alizabeth Aguilar was a standout: she went 3-for-4 with a home run. Another player making a difference was Celeis Bejarano, who went 2-for-3 with a home run and two RBI.
Benson's loss dropped their record down to 4-6. As for Morenci, they have been performing well recently as they've won nine of their last 11 contests, which provided a nice bump to their 12-3 record this season.
Benson took their victory against Morenci when the teams last played back in April of 2023 by a conclusive 13-0. Does Benson have another victory up their sleeve, or will Morenci turn the tables on them? We'll have the answer soon enough.
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