Desert Vista lost to Desert Ridge last Friday, but they didn't allow them the same satisfaction on Monday. The Desert Vista Thunder blew past the Desert Ridge Jaguars 15-7.
Desert Vista got a great performance from Brock MacDonald as he struck out nine batters over 4.2 innings while giving up just two earned runs off five hits (and only one walk). MacDonald has been nothing but reliable on the mound: he hasn't given up more than two walks in three consecutive pitching appearances.
On the hitting side, Brendan Burke was a standout: he went 2-for-4 with a home run, four RBI, and a double. Another player making a difference was Brylen Brown, who went 2-for-5 with a home run and five RBI.
On Desert Ridge's side, they got a good showing from Ethan Watson, who pitched three innings while giving up just one earned (and two unearned) runs off five hits.
Desert Vista's win was their fourth straight on the road, which pushed their record up to 18-9. As for Desert Ridge, their defeat dropped their record down to 13-13-1.
Desert Vista does not have any more games scheduled as of now. Desert Ridge also has no future games currently scheduled.
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