In what's become a running theme this season, Saguaro gave their fans yet another huge win on Thursday. They were the clear victor by a 16-1 margin over the Shadow Mountain Matadors. The victory was just what Saguaro needed coming off of a 10-1 defeat in their prior contest.
Malina Morones made a splash while hitting and pitching. On the mound, she didn't allow a single earned run while striking out nine over four innings pitched. Morones has been consistent recently: she hasn't given up more than two walks in four consecutive pitching appearances. Morones was also stellar in the batter's box, scoring two runs and stealing three bases while going 2-for-3.
In other batting news, Cameron Christenson was incredible, getting on base in three of her four plate appearances with three runs, three RBI, and a triple. Sadie Williams was another key contributor, scoring three runs and stealing a base while getting on base in all three of her plate appearances.
Saguaro has been performing well recently as they've won four of their last five matchups, which provided a nice bump to their 6-4 record this season. As for Shadow Mountain, they are on a four-game losing streak that has dropped them down to 1-6.
Both teams will have to hit the road in their upcoming games. Saguaro will take on Seton Catholic at 6:00 p.m. on Friday. Seton Catholic is strutting in with some hitting muscle, as they've averaged 6.3 runs per game this season. As for Shadow Mountain, they will head out on the road to face off against Thunderbird at 6:15 p.m. on Monday. Thunderbird is strutting in with some hitting muscle, as they've averaged 13.2 runs per game this season.
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