For the second straight game, Apollo will face off against Tolleson. The Hawks will head out on the road to take on the Wolverines at 6:00 p.m. on Thursday. Apollo has now lost 11 straight, leaving the team hunting for their first win since March 2.
Apollo couldn't beat Tolleson on Tuesday even though they stacked four runs on them in the fourth inning. The Hawks came up short against the Wolverines, falling 17-4.
For Tolleson's part, Mayrin Acuna was a major factor no matter where she played. She looked comfortable on the mound, keeping things locked down with no earned runs or hits over six innings pitched. Acuna has been nothing but reliable: she hasn't given up more than one walk in eight consecutive appearances. She was also solid in the batter's box, getting on base in all four of her plate appearances with two runs and one stolen base.
In other batting news, Trinity Preciado was a standout: she went 3-for-5 with three stolen bases, four runs, and three RBI. She is on a roll when it comes to stolen bases, as she's now snagged at least one in each of the last four games she's played. Another player making a difference was Marina Lara, who went 3-for-4 with four stolen bases, three runs, and two doubles.
Tolleson 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.
Tolleson's record now sits at 11-8. As for Apollo, their defeat dropped their record down to 2-11.
The pitchers for both teams better look sharp on Thursday as neither team is afraid to steal. Apollo has been swiping bases left and right this season, having averaged 4.1 stolen bases per game. However, it's not like Tolleson struggles in that department as they've been averaging an even more impressive 4.6 stolen bases. The only question left is which team can snag more. Check MaxPreps after the action for a full breakdown of the game and more softball content.
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