Despite a phenomenal run in the regular season, San Tan Charter couldn't carry that success into this playoff game. They fell 10-5 to the Phoenix Christian Cougars on Saturday. San Tan Charter's defeat signaled the end of their 11-game winning streak.
Braden Peasel was cooking despite his team's loss, getting on base in three of his four plate appearances with two RBI and a double.
On Phoenix Christian's side, Kevin Palafox made a big impact no matter where he played. On the mound, he pitched four innings while giving up just two earned runs off two hits. Palafox was also big at the plate, scoring a run while going 1-for-3.
In other batting news, the team relied heavily on Nate Burton, who scored two runs while getting on base in three of his four plate appearances.
San Tan Charter's loss ended a four-game streak of away wins and brought them to 18-4. As for Phoenix Christian, their win was their fifth straight at home, which pushed their record up to 25-2.
San Tan Charter does not have any more games scheduled as of now. As for Phoenix Christian, they will play host again on Friday to welcome Kingman Academy, where first pitch is scheduled at 6:30 p.m. One thing working in Phoenix Christian's favor is that they have posted big run totals in their last six games.
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