Winning is always nice, but doing so behind a season-high score is even better (just ask Valley Vista). They were the clear victors by an 18-1 margin over the Camelback Spartans on Thursday. The high-flying hitting performance was a huge turnaround for the Monsoon considering their one-run performance the game before.
Savanna Gumowski made a splash no matter where she played. On the mound, she didn't allow a single earned run while striking out 12 over five innings pitched. Gumowski was also big at the plate, scoring three runs and stealing two bases while getting on base in all three of her plate appearances. Those three runs gave her a new career-high.
In other batting news, Adria Garcia was incredible, going a perfect 3-for-3 with one home run, six RBI, and two stolen bases. Those six RBI gave her a new career-high. Another player making a difference was Addison Kennedy, who scored three runs and stole two bases while getting on base in all five of her plate appearances.
Valley Vista kept the outfield on their toes and finished the game with 12 hits. They easily outclassed their opponents in that department as Camelback only managed five hits.
Monsoon
| 03/20/25 @ Camelback | 18-1 |
| 03/19/25 @ Pinnacle | 1-23 |
| 03/10/25 @ Chandler | 2-18 |
| 03/06/25 vs Mesa | 11-31 |
| 03/05/25 vs Desert Vista | 1-21 |
Valley Vista's victory ended an eight-game drought on the road dating back to last season and puts them at 3-8. As for Camelback, they are on a three-game losing streak that has dropped them down to 1-7.
Both teams will have to hit the road in their upcoming games. Valley Vista will venture away from home to take on South Mountain at 3:45 p.m. on Tuesday. As for Camelback, they will head out to square off against Browne at 3:45 p.m. on Tuesday.
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