Juab was not able to break out of their rough patch on Tuesday as the team picked up their third straight defeat. They were a single run away from ending the streak, but they lost a 9-8 heartbreaker at the hands of the Emery Spartans. The Wasps were given a dose of their own medicine in this game as the Spartans apparently hadn't forgotten their loss the last time these teams played back in March of 2025.
Juab got a good showing from Carter Bair, who tossed 3.2 innings while giving up no earned runs off three hits.
At the plate, Rhett Richards was cooking despite his team's loss, going 1-for-3 with one home run, two runs, and one stolen base. That home run marked the first that he has launched this season. Another player making a difference was Easton Park, who went 2-for-4 with three runs and one stolen base.
Juab's record now sits at 2-5. As for Emery, their victory bumped their record up to 2-4.
Both teams will have to hit the road in their upcoming contests. Juab will head out to face off against Desert Hills at 7:00 p.m. on Thursday. The Thunder will roll in looking for their fifth straight win, something the Wasps surely won't give up without a fight. As for Emery, they will venture away from home to square off against Parowan at 3:30 p.m. on Friday.
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