Apache Junction had lost four straight at home, but on Tuesday they dropped down to 2-10 to make it five. They came up short against the Coolidge Bears, falling 11-4. That's two games in a row now that the Prospectors have lost by exactly seven runs.
Austin Bailey was cooking despite his team's loss, going a perfect 4-for-4 with one double and one RBI. Decker Castillo also deserves some recognition as he hit his first double of the season.
As for Coolidge, the victory made it two in a row for them and bumps their season record up to 12-3. Those wins came thanks in part to their hitting performance across that stretch, as they averaged 9.0 runs over those games.
On Coolidge's side, Nicholas Baca was a major factor while hitting and pitching. On the mound, he tossed one inning while giving up no earned runs or hits. Baca was also solid in the batter's box, going 2-for-4 with two runs and one RBI. That's the most runs he has posted since back in February.
In other batting news, Ruben Baca was excellent, getting on base in all five of his plate appearances with two runs. Noah Bocanegra was another key player, going 1-for-4 with one run, one double, and one RBI.
Both squads are looking forward to the support of their home crowds in their upcoming games. Apache Junction will host Metro Tech at 3:45 p.m. on Thursday. As for Coolidge, they will welcome Valley Christian at 1:00 p.m. on Saturday.
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