The Vasquez Mustangs will be defending their home field for the first time this season when they go up against the Grace Lancers at 3:00 p.m. on Thursday. Grace took a loss in their last matchup and will be looking to turn the tables on Vasquez, who comes in off a win.
Vasquez is coming home in high spirits after they had to open their season on the road against Golden Valley. The Mustangs were the clear victors by a 20-1 margin over the Grizzlies on Tuesday.
Madisyn Wharton and Mariah Pulido made a big impact no matter where they played. Throwing, Wharton tossed two innings while giving up no earned runs off three hits. Meanwhile, Pulido pitched three innings while giving up no earned runs off one hit. At bat, Wharton got on base in four of her five plate appearances with two runs and two RBI, while Pulido went 2-for-4 with three runs, two RBI, and one double. That's the most runs Pulido has posted since back in April of 2025.
In other batting news, the team relied heavily on Daniella Escamilla, who got on base in all five of her plate appearances with four stolen bases, two runs, and two RBI. Avery Puett was another key player, getting on base in all five of her plate appearances with three runs.
Vasquez always had someone on base and finished the game having posted an OBP of .643. They easily outclassed their opponents in that department as Golden Valley only posted an OBP of .286.
Meanwhile, Grace didn't have quite enough to beat Ventura on Monday and fell 5-4.
Vasquez might still be hurting after the 10-4 defeat they got from Grace in their previous matchup back in March of 2025. Will the Mustangs have more luck at home instead of on the road? Check back here after the action for a full breakdown and analysis of the contest.
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