Bears
| 04/15/25 vs Santa Fe Indian | 12-2 |
| 04/15/25 vs Santa Fe Indian | 9-4 |
| 04/12/25 vs Raton | 8-1 |
| 04/12/25 vs Raton | 3-2 |
| 04/08/25 @ Pecos | 18-2 |
| + 3 more games |
Estancia came tearing into Tuesday's match with seven straight wins (a stretch where they outscored their opponents by an average of 11.6 runs), and they left with even more momentum. They were the clear victors by a 12-2 margin over the Santa Fe Indian Braves. That's the second time they've managed to beat them this season, as they also won 9-4 on Tuesday.
Jhenna Valencia was a major factor no matter where she played. She looked comfortable on the mound, not allowing a single earned run and allowing only two hits while striking out six over five innings pitched. She has been consistent : she hasn't tossed less than six strikeouts in six consecutive appearances. She was also stellar in the batter's box, going a perfect 3-for-3 with one home run. That's the most hits she has posted since back in May of 2024.
In other batting news, Estancia let Peyton Looper and Ana Cuevas run wild. Looper went 2-for-3 with two runs, one triple, and one double, while Cuevas scored two runs and stole a base while going 1-for-3. Rylynn Velarde was another key player, scoring two runs and stealing a base while going 1-for-2.
Estancia hit smart and finished the game with only one strikeout. The team's really been improving in that area: they've now improved their strikeout total in three consecutive contests.
Estancia pushed their record up to 12-2 with the win, which was their fourth straight at home. As for Santa Fe Indian, they are on a three-game losing streak that has dropped them down to 11-8.
Both teams will have to hit the road in their upcoming games. Estancia will head out to face off against Sandia Prep at 3:00 p.m. on Thursday. The Sundevils have struggled to contain batters this season (they've allowed 13.25 runs per game on average), something the Bears will no doubt try to take advantage of. As for Santa Fe Indian, they will head out on the road to square off against St. Michael's at 3:00 p.m. on the 25th.
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