Saguaro is 7-2 against Mesquite since April of 2015, and they'll have a chance to extend that success on Friday. The Saguaro Sabercats will be playing in front of their home fans against the Mesquite Wildcats at 3:45 p.m. After the two teams made easy work of their previous opponents, one won't be so lucky on Friday.
Saguaro scored the most runs they've had all season to find success on Wednesday. They never let Combs onto the board and left with a 22-0 win. Considering Saguaro has won six games by more than ten runs this season, Wednesday's blowout was nothing new.
Malina Morones made a big impact while hitting and pitching. She didn't allow a single earned run and only two hits while striking out eight over four innings pitched. Morones has been consistent recently: she hasn't given up more than two walks in five consecutive pitching appearances. Morones was also solid in the batter's box, scoring two runs while going 2-for-3.
In other batting news, Cameron Christenson was a standout: she went 3-for-4 with four runs, two triples, and an RBI. Another player making a difference was Lainey Paul, who went 2-for-4 with five RBI and three runs.
Meanwhile, Mesquite entered their tilt with American Leadership Academy - Gilbert North with two consecutive wins but they'll enter their next game with three. Everything went their way against the Eagles on Thursday as they made off with a 17-2 victory.
Like Saguaro, Mesquite also got a great game from a two-way player: Liliana Ontiveros. She looked comfortable on the mound, striking out 12 batters over five innings while giving up just two earned runs off five hits. Ontiveros was also big at the plate, scoring three runs and stealing a base while going 3-for-4.
In other batting news, the team relied heavily on Olivia Romans, who went 2-for-4 with a home run, three runs, and four RBI. Desirae Arellano was another key contributor, scoring two runs and stealing a base while going 1-for-1.
Saguaro's win bumped their record up to 9-7. As for Mesquite, they pushed their record up to 9-12 with that victory, which was their third straight at home.
Friday's match might come down to which pitcher can control the ball better. Saguaro has hit smart this season, having averaged an OBP of .460. However, it's not like Mesquite struggles in that department as they've averaged .432. With both teams so capable at the plate, fans should be ready for an impressive hitting performance.
Saguaro took their win against Mesquite in their previous matchup back in April of 2023 by a conclusive 17-7. Does Saguaro have another victory up their sleeve, or will Mesquite turn the tables on them? We'll have the answer soon enough.
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