The Pojoaque Valley Elks/Elkettes will head out to challenge the Taos Tigers at 4:00 p.m. on Wednesday. Pojoaque Valley is coming into the game on a four-game losing streak.
Pojoaque Valley managed to slip by Moriarty the last time these teams faced off, but didn't have those same answers this time around. The Elks/Elkettes came up short against the Pintos on Wednesday, falling 15-6. For those keeping track at home, that's the biggest loss the Elks/Elkettes have suffered against the Pintos since March 29, 2023.
Lauren Salazar was cooking despite her team's loss, scoring a run while going 2-for-3. Izabella Lujan was another key player, going 2-for-3 with one stolen base and two RBI.
Meanwhile, Taos narrowly escaped with a win as the team sidled past Espanola Valley 14-12. The victory continues a trend for the Tigers in their matchups with the Sundevils: they've now won four in a row.
The team relied heavily on Celina Shropshire, who got on base in three of her five plate appearances with one home run, two stolen bases, and four RBI. Those two stolen bases gave her a new career-high. Mo Jeantete also deserves some recognition as she hit her first double of the season.
Taos' win bumped their record up to 3-5. As for Pojoaque Valley, their defeat dropped their record down to 3-12.
Wednesday's match might come down to which pitcher can control the ball better. Pojoaque Valley has hit smart this season, having averaged an OBP of .460. However, it's not like Taos struggles in that department as they've averaged .508. With both teams so capable at the plate, fans should be ready for an impressive hitting performance.
Pojoaque Valley took their victory against Taos when the teams last played back in May of 2024 by a conclusive 16-6 score. Will the Elks/Elkettes repeat their success, or do the Tigers have a new game plan this time around? We'll find out soon enough.
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