Bonanza extended their losing streak (dating back to last season) to 15 on Tuesday, dropping their season record down to 0-12 in the process. They lost 25-2 to the Riddle Irish. The Antlers were given a dose of their own medicine in this game as the Irish apparently hadn't forgotten their defeat the last time these teams played back in April of 2024.
As for Riddle, the victory was the fourth in a row for them, bringing their record up to 5-5. Their hitters stepped up their game for this one, as that was the most runs they've scored all season.
For Riddle's part, Ayla Hidebrand was a major factor while hitting and pitching. On the mound, she didn't allow a single earned run and allowed only two hits while striking out nine over four innings pitched. Hidebrand has been consistent recently: she hasn't tossed less than nine strikeouts in four consecutive appearances. She was also stellar in the batter's box, getting on base in all five of her plate appearances with three stolen bases, three runs, and one triple.
In other batting news, Natalie Harris was a standout: she went a perfect 3-for-3 with one home run, seven RBI, and two stolen bases. She also hit a triple, marking her first of the season. Another player making a difference was Jazmin Estrada, who went 4-for-5 with four runs, five RBI, and two doubles.
While Bonanza had to take the loss, they won't have to wait long to give it another shot: the pair's next game is a rematch scheduled at 2:00 p.m. on Friday.
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