After having lost a blowout in their previous game against New Mexico Military Institute, Shiprock was happy to have turned things around on Friday. They never let the Dexter Demons get on the board and left with a 16-0 win. That looming 16-0 mark stands out as the most commanding margin for the Chieftains yet this season.
Jeramyh Begay was a major factor no matter where he played. On the mound, he kept things locked down with no earned runs or hits while striking out eight over five innings pitched. Begay was also big at the plate, going 1-for-3 with three runs, one triple, and two RBI.
In other batting news, Taylor Hale was incredible, getting on base in all four of his plate appearances with three runs, four RBI, and one double. Another player making a difference was Nicholas Moses, who scored a run and stole a base while going 1-for-2.
Chieftains
| 03/21/25 @ Dexter | 16-0 |
| 03/20/25 @ New Mexico Military Institute | 0-10 |
| 03/17/25 vs Monument Valley | 10-0 |
| 03/14/25 vs Dove Creek | 19-6 |
| 03/11/25 vs Bayfield | 4-6 |
Shiprock's victory ended a six-game drought on the road dating back to last season and puts them at 4-4. As for Dexter, this is the second loss in a row for them and nudges their season record down to 2-2.
Both squads are looking forward to the support of their home crowds in their upcoming games. Shiprock will be taking part in a tournament against Tularosa at 12:00 p.m. on Saturday. As for Dexter, they will take on Portales in a tournament on Saturday.
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