Crystal City has not done well against Hondo recently (they were 0-4 in their previous four matchups), but they didn't let the past get in their way on Monday. The Crystal City Javelinas narrowly escaped with a win as the squad sidled past the Hondo Owls 15-13. The high-flying hitting performance was a huge turnaround for Crystal City considering their one-run performance the game before.
Selma Flores was a standout: she scored four runs and stole a base while getting on base in all four of her plate appearances. Chasity Martinez was another key contributor, scoring a run and stealing two bases while going 3-for-6.
On Hondo's side, Ainsley Bohlen was cooking despite her team's loss, going 4-for-5 with a home run, five RBI, and two runs. Another player making a difference was Aly Estes, who scored two runs and stole three bases while going 1-for-5.
Crystal City's victory bumped their record up to 3-9. As for Hondo, their loss dropped their record down to 3-12.
Both teams are looking forward to the support of their home crowds in their upcoming games. Crystal City will take on Cotulla at 7:00 p.m. on Thursday. The timing isn't great for Crystal City: they have been struggling with seven straight losses at home dating back to last season, while Cotulla has snatched up three consecutive wins on the road. Hondo will take on Lytle at 7:00 p.m. on Thursday. Hondo is facing Lytle at the right time seeing as Lytle is stuck on a three-game losing streak.
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