Crimson Cliffs Mustangs Take Game 1 of 4A Championships Series

Crimson Cliffs Mustangs Take Game 1 of 4A Championships Series

In a thrilling matchup, the Crimson Cliffs Mustangs secured a hard-fought 12-8 victory over the Snow Canyon Warriors in Game 1 of the best-of-three 4A championships series. The win gives the Mustangs momentum heading into the next two games, setting up an exciting conclusion to this highly anticipated series.

Game Highlights

  • Strong Start for Snow Canyon: The game got off to a strong start for Snow Canyon, as they scored first in the bottom of the first inning.
  • Crimson Cliffs Responds: The Mustangs quickly responded with four runs across two innings to take a commanding lead.
  • Warriors’ Big Third Inning: Snow Canyon fought back with a big third inning, where seven batters reached home plate, giving them an 8-4 lead.

Key Players

  • Madden Smith: Pulled from the game after allowing seven earned runs.
  • Mason Anderson: Made his first-ever state playoff appearance as a pitcher. His performance was crucial in keeping the Mustangs alive and gave them hope for a comeback.

Turning Point

  • Anderson walked two batters on consecutive pitches during several key at-bats, leading to three separate doubles, including one that tied the game at 8-8.
  • The game remained tied until Jason McArthur drove home what proved to be the final run off P.J. Hancock’s wild pitch.

The Mustangs’ resilience and strategic plays set the stage for an exciting continuation of the series.

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