Softball Preview: Silver Fighting Colts vs. Chaparral Lobos
Silver has enjoyed the comforts of home their last three games, but now they'll head out on the road. They will square off against the Chaparral Lobos at 5:00 p.m. on Thursday. Silver is strutting in with some hitting muscle as they've averaged 9.4 runs per game this season.
In what's become a running theme this season, Silver gave their fans yet another huge victory on Monday. They never let Chaparral onto the board and left with a 15-0 win.
Ariel Alvarado was a major factor no matter where she played. On the mound, she struck out eight batters over three innings while giving up no earned runs or hits (and not a single walk). Alvarado has been nothing but reliable: she hasn't given up more than two walks in five consecutive pitching appearances. Alvarado was also solid in the batter's box, scoring a run while going 1-for-2.
In other batting news, the team relied heavily on Maria Ruelaz, who scored two runs and stole two bases while going 3-for-3. Hannah Abeyta was another key contributor, scoring two runs and stealing two bases while going 1-for-2.
Silver's victory was their 15th straight at home dating back to last season, which pushed their record up to 19-5. As for Chaparral, they are on a 12-game losing streak that has dropped them down to 6-16.
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