After low-scoring totals in their previous four contests, American Falls brought some dynamite into their most recent contest. They blew past the Wendell Trojans 18-1 on Monday. The win was some much needed relief for the Beavers as it spelled an end to their four-game losing streak.
Xavier Parrish
| 03/17/25 @ Wendell | 3 |
| 04/19/24 vs Bear Lake | 2 |
| 03/13/25 @ Glenns Ferry | 1 |
| 04/26/24 @ Marsh Valley | 1 |
| 04/12/24 vs Snake River | 1 |
Xavier Parrish made a splash no matter where he played. He looked comfortable on the mound, striking out six batters over five innings while giving up just one earned run off three hits (and only one walk). He is becoming a predictor of American Falls' success: when he allows at most one earned run the team is 2-1 (and 0-3 when he doesn't). Parrish was also big at the plate, scoring three runs and stealing Three bases. while getting on base in four of his five plate appearances. The dominant performance gave him a new career-high in stolen bases.
In other batting news, Fabian Avalos was a standout: he scored three runs and stole Two bases. while going 3-for-5. Those three hits gave him a new career-high. The team also got some help courtesy of Mason McClurg, who scored three runs while getting on base in four of his five plate appearances.
American Falls always had someone on base and finished the game having posted an OBP of .571. That's the best OBP they've posted all season.
American Falls' victory bumped their record up to 2-4. As for Wendell, they are on a three-game losing streak that has dropped them down to 0-3.
Both teams are looking forward to the support of their home crowds in their upcoming games. American Falls will challenge Declo at 4:00 p.m. on Thursday. As for Wendell, they will take on Nampa Christian at 4:00 p.m. on Tuesday. Nampa Christian will roll in looking for their fourth straight win, something Wendell surely won't give up without a fight.
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