Morenci extended their losing streak to three on Monday, dropping them down to 9-7. They lost 19-1 to the Round Valley Elks. The Wildcats were given a dose of their own medicine in this game as the Elks apparently hadn't forgotten their defeat the last time these teams played back in March of 2025.
As for Round Valley, they pushed their record up to 14-2 with the win, which was their fifth straight at home. They might be getting used to big wins seeing as the team has won 11 matchups by 12 runs or more this season.
For Round Valley's part, Ryan Jaramillo made a big impact no matter where she played. On the mound, she struck out nine batters over five innings while giving up just one earned run off three hits. Jaramillo has been nothing but reliable: she hasn't given up more than two walks in four consecutive appearances. She was also big at the plate, going 3-for-4 with three RBI, two runs, and one stolen base. That's the most hits she has posted over her last 12 games.
In other batting news, Taizly Newman was incredible, going a perfect 3-for-3 with one home run, six RBI, and two doubles. That's the most hits she has posted since back in April of 2025. Another player making a difference was Kelci Walker, who went 2-for-4 with three runs, two RBI, and one double.
Morenci wasted no time getting back out on the field and has already played their next contest, a 10-1 loss against Willcox on the 2nd. As for Round Valley, they also didn't take long to hit the field again: they've already played their next matchup, an 18-0 victory against Pinon on the 31st.
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