ALA - Gilbert North extended their losing streak (dating back to last season) to 30 on Thursday, dropping their season record down to 0-14 in the process. They came up short against the Crismon Rattlers, falling 16-1. Unfortunately, that's the second time they've come up short against the Rattlers this season, as they also lost their prior matchup 20-3 on Tuesday.
Makenzi Ravelo made the most of her time at bat despite the final result and went a perfect 2-for-2 with one home run and one double.
As for Crismon, the win (which was their third in a row) raised their record to 18-7. Considering they have won 14 contests by more than five runs this season, Thursday's blowout was nothing new.
On Crismon's side, Alexis Galvez looked comfortable as she pitched two innings while giving up no earned runs off three hits.
On the hitting side, Kyleigh Nekula was incredible, going 2-for-3 with four RBI, two runs, and one double. Those four RBI gave her a new career-high. The team also got some help courtesy of Sophia Salvidar, who went 2-for-3 with one triple, one run, and one double.
Looking ahead, ALA - Gilbert North will head out on the road to challenge Combs at 3:45 p.m. on Monday. The Eagles' pitchers better be ready for this one: the Coyotes have averaged an impressive 6.1 runs per game this season. As for Crismon, they will look to defend their home field on Friday against Prescott at 3:45 p.m. The Badgers have struggled to contain batters this season (they've allowed 8.53 runs per game on average), something the Rattlers will no doubt try to take advantage of.
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