Shiprock extended their losing streak to three on Friday, dropping them down to 3-6. They came up short against the Newcomb Skyhawks, falling 21-5. The Chieftains were given a dose of their own medicine in this game as the Skyhawks apparently hadn't forgotten their loss the last time these teams played back in April of 2025.
Newcomb's first victory this season bumped their record up to 1-5. Their hitters stepped up their game for this one, as that was the most runs they've scored all season.
For Newcomb's part, the team relied heavily on Nevaeh Chee, who got on base in all four of her plate appearances with one home run, five RBI, and two runs. The team also got some help courtesy of Nihikinibaa Howard, who went a perfect 3-for-3 with three runs, three RBI, and one stolen base.
Shiprock didn't take long to hit the field again: they've already played their next contest, a 25-1 win against Non Varsity Opponent on the 28th. As for Newcomb, they also wasted no time getting back out on the field and have already played their next matchup, a 16-1 defeat against Da Vinci on the 28th.
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