Shadow Ridge scored the most runs they've had all season to find success on Monday. They put the hurt on the Bonanza Bengals with a sharp 17-2 victory. Perhaps unsurprisingly given the team's high-flying offense, the game also marked the team's biggest win of the season.
Brayden Somers looked comfortable as he tossed three innings while giving up just two earned runs off two hits. He has been nothing but reliable on the mound: he hasn't tossed less than five strikeouts in three consecutive pitching appearances. Ian GrafMank relieved him and did a solid job, tossing two innings while giving up no earned runs off one hit (he also only allowed one walk).
On the hitting side, the team relied heavily on Brock Morrow, who got on base in all five of his plate appearances with a home run, three runs, and three RBI. Evan Noble was another key contributor, going 2-for-4 with a home run, two runs, and two RBI.
On Bonanza's side, Tyson Owens made the most of his time at bat despite the final result and scored two runs and stole two bases while getting on base in all three of his plate appearances.
Shadow Ridge's victory ended a four-game drought on the road and puts them at 5-11. As for Bonanza, their loss was their fifth straight at home dating back to last season, which dropped their record down to 4-10.
Both teams are looking forward to the support of their home crowds in their upcoming games. Shadow Ridge will take on Twin Falls at 3:30 p.m. on Thursday. As for Bonanza, they will play host again on Wednesday to welcome Canyon Springs, where first pitch is scheduled at 3:30 p.m. Bonanza is facing Canyon Springs at the right time seeing as Canyon Springs is stuck on a three-game losing streak.
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