North Mesquite was handed a 14-run loss in their previous outing, but that didn't affect their clutch gene on Thursday. They skirted past the North Garland Raiders 6-5.
Sophia Benitez was a standout: she went 1-for-3 with two runs, one triple, and one stolen base. She also brought in an RBI, marking her first of the season. Chloe Chavez was another key player, going 1-for-2 with one triple, one run, and one RBI.
North Mesquite's first victory this season bumped their record up to 1-6. As for North Garland, they are on a nine-game losing streak (dating back to last season) that has dropped them down to 0-6.
Coincidentally, North Mesquite and North Garland will both be playing Lakeview Centennial the next time they take the field. The Stallions will host the Patriots at 9:00 a.m. on Friday, while the Raiders will head out to face them at 5:00 p.m. on Tuesday.
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