The Meeker Cowboys will take on the Montezuma-Cortez Panthers at 11:00 a.m. on Saturday. One thing working in Meeker's favor is that they have posted at least ten runs in their last four contests.
On Friday, Meeker got the win against Delta by a conclusive 13-3. The Cowboys might be getting used to big wins seeing as the team has won three matches by ten runs or more this season.
Addie Knowles was a major factor no matter where she played. On the mound, she struck out six batters over five innings while giving up just one earned (and two unearned) runs off five hits (and not a single walk). She also tossed no walks, marking her first of the season. She was also big at the plate, scoring two runs while going 2-for-3.
In other batting news, Miah Wren was incredible, scoring three runs and stealing a base while going 3-for-4. Autumn Stallings was another key player, scoring a run while going 3-for-4.
Perhaps unsurprisingly given the score, Meeker kept the outfield on their toes and finished the game with 18 hits. That's the most hits they've posted since back in September of 2023.
Meanwhile, Montezuma-Cortez had just enough and edged Delta out 8-7 on Thursday.
Devyn Cornett spent all seven innings on the mound, and it's clear why: she surrendered just two earned (and five unearned) runs on seven hits and racked up six Ks. With that strong performance, she is now averaging an impressive 5 innings per game.
At the plate, Aubrey Rutherford was incredible, getting on base in three of her four plate appearances with a home run and three runs. The team also got some help courtesy of Nevaeh Istenes, who scored two runs while going 1-for-3.
Meeker now has a winning record of 4-3. As for Montezuma-Cortez, the victory also got them back to even at 3-3.
Saturday's game might come down to which pitcher can control the ball better. Meeker has hit smart this season, having averaged an OBP of 0. However, it's not like Montezuma-Cortez struggles in that department as they've averaged 0. With both teams so capable at the plate, fans should be ready for an impressive hitting performance.
Everything went Meeker's way against Montezuma-Cortez in their previous matchup back in September of 2023 as Meeker made off with a 19-9 win. Will Meeker repeat their success, or does Montezuma-Cortez have a new game plan this time around? We'll find out soon enough.
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