Mescalero Apache extended their losing streak to four on Thursday, dropping them down to 1-6. They came up short against the Laguna Acoma Hawks, falling 16-1. That's two games in a row now that the Chiefs have lost by exactly 15 runs.
As for Laguna Acoma, they pushed their record up to 5-6 with the win, which was their third straight at home. Considering they have won four contests by more than 14 runs this season, Thursday's blowout was nothing new.
For Laguna Acoma's part, Brianna Filmer was a major factor no matter where she played. She tossed two innings while giving up no earned runs or hits. Filmer was also stellar in the batter's box, getting on base in all three of her plate appearances with four stolen bases and three runs.
In other batting news, Tavani Scott was excellent, going 1-for-2 with two runs, one stolen base, and one RBI. Kalie Poncho also deserves some recognition as she snagged her first stolen bases of the season.
Both squads will have to hit the road in their upcoming matchups. Mescalero Apache will venture away from home to take on Navajo Prep at 4:45 p.m. on Thursday. As for Laguna Acoma, they will head out to square off against Socorro at 1:00 p.m. on Saturday. The Warriors have struggled to contain batters this season (they've allowed 16.55 runs per game on average), something the Hawks will no doubt try to take advantage of.
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