Softball Recap: Dayton Gets the Win

Dayton won the last time they faced West Fork and things went their way on Tuesday too. The Dayton Broncos came out on top against the West Fork Gators by a score of 6-1. The win made it back-to-back victories for the Broncos.

Jess Woods spent all seven innings on the mound, and it's clear why: she surrendered a run (which was unearned) on three hits and racked up seven Ks. She has been nothing but reliable: she hasn't given up more than two walks any time she's pitched this season.

Ariana Zuniga

Doubles (Career)

03/04/25 @ West Fork	2
03/01/25 vs Alvin	1
02/15/25 @ Coldspring-Oakhurst	1
02/14/25 vs New Waverly	1
01/31/25 @ Goose Creek Memorial	1

At the plate, Dayton let Bella Barziza and Ariana Zuniga run wild. Barziza went 2-for-4 with two runs, one triple, and one double, while Zuniga went 2-for-3 with three RBI and two doubles. The dominant performance gave Zuniga a new career-high in doubles. Another player making a difference was Jonah Durant, who scored a run while going 2-for-4.

Dayton now has a winning record of 8-7. As for West Fork, they have traveled a rocky road recently, having lost six of their last eight games. That's put a noticeable dent in their 6-7 record this season.

Coincidentally, Dayton and West Fork will both be playing Porter the next time they take the field. West Fork will head out to face Porter at 6:00 p.m. on Thursday, while Dayton will host them at 6:00 p.m. on March 11th.