Show Low, AZ — Both teams were strong on the rubber on Friday, but Payson was just a little bit stronger at the plate in a victory over Show Low Varsity Cougars on Friday. Hanna Bucholz started the game for Show Low Varsity Cougars and recorded 21 outs. Show Low Varsity Cougars lost despite out-hitting Payson eight to seven. Payson got things started in the second inning when Hall hit a solo homer. Show Low Varsity Cougars knotted the game up at one in the bottom of the second inning. Bucholz singled on a 1-2 count, scoring one run. Payson pulled away for good with one run in the third inning. In the third Deaton doubled on a 2-2 count, scoring one run. Woolwine led the Payson to victory in the pitcher's circle. The fireballer lasted seven innings, allowing eight hits and one run while striking out seven and walking zero. Bucholz started the game for Show Low Varsity Cougars. Bucholz lasted seven innings, allowing seven hits and two runs while striking out four and walking one. Show Low Varsity Cougars collected eight hits. Emma Collins and Bucholz each had multiple hits for Show Low Varsity Cougars. Collins went 3-for-4 at the plate to lead Show Low Varsity Cougars in hits. Show Low Varsity Cougars was sure-handed in the field and didn't commit a single error. Collins had the most chances in the field with five. Hall led Payson with two hits in three at bats. Payson was sure-handed and didn't commit a single error. Brumlet made the most plays with eight.