It can be hard to translate regular season success to the playoffs, but Aztec had no problem doing just that on Saturday. They blew past the Los Alamos Hilltoppers 14-4. The result was nothing new for Aztec, who have now won 13 contests by seven runs or more so far this season.
Kamora Henry was a major factor while hitting and pitching. She struck out ten batters over six innings while giving up just two earned (and two unearned) runs off three hits. Henry has been nothing but reliable on the mound: she hasn't tossed less than six strikeouts in seven consecutive pitching appearances. Henry was also solid in the batter's box, going 2-for-4 with two doubles and two RBI.
In other batting news, the team relied heavily on Reagan Bradshaw, who fired off two home runs, five RBI, and three runs while going 2-for-3. Another player making a difference was Elena Talamante, who went 2-for-3 with a home run, two runs, and two RBI.
On Los Alamos' side, Reyana Naranjo made the most of her time at bat despite the final result and scored a run while getting on base in three of her four plate appearances. The team also got some help courtesy of Hannah Bergemann, who went 1-for-3 with a triple, a run, and an RBI.
Aztec has been performing well recently as they've won nine of their last 11 matchups, which provided a nice bump to their 17-10 record this season. As for Los Alamos, their defeat ended a six-game streak of away wins and brought them to 17-11.
Aztec will square off against Lovington at 9:00 a.m. on Thursday. Lovington is coming into the match with 12 straight victories on the road, so Aztec will have to stop a squad with plenty of momentum. Los Alamos does not have any more games scheduled as of now.
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