Apache Junction hasn't had much luck against Combs recently, but that could start to change on Friday. The Prospectors will challenge the Coyotes at 3:45 p.m. Apache Junction has given up an average of 11.8 runs per game this season, but Friday's game will give them a chance to turn things around.
Apache Junction came into their game on Wednesday off a hard-fought close win, but unfortunately suffered a serious change of fortune. They came up short against Valley Christian, falling 15-0.
Conner Trisoliere
| 04/22/26 @ Valley Christian | 1 |
| 04/20/26 vs ALA - Ironwood | 2 |
| 04/17/26 vs Seton Catholic | 1 |
Apache Junction saw two different players step up and record at least one hit. One of them was Conner Trisoliere, who went 1-for-2 with one stolen base. Trisoliere has been hot recently, having posted at least one stolen base the last three times he's played.
Meanwhile, Combs lost 13-1 to ALA - Gilbert North on Monday. The Coyotes have struggled against the Eagles recently, as the game was their eighth consecutive lost matchup.
Apache Junction's loss dropped their record down to 4-13. As for Combs, their defeat dropped their record down to 6-15-2.
The pitchers for both teams better look sharp on Friday as neither team is afraid to steal. Apache Junction has been swiping bases left and right this season, having averaged 3.4 stolen bases per game. However, it's not like Combs struggles in that department as they've been averaging an even more impressive 3.7 stolen bases. The only question left is which team can snag more.
Apache Junction was able to grind out a solid victory over Combs in their previous matchup back in April of 2025, winning 7-2. The rematch might be a little tougher for the Prospectors since the squad won't have the home-field advantage this time around. We'll see if the change in venue makes a difference.
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