Kofa took a eight-run defeat the last time they faced off against Gila Ridge, but this time they managed to keep it close and that made all the difference. The Kofa Kings sure made it a nail-biter, but they managed to escape with a 5-4 win over the Gila Ridge Hawks on Monday. The victory was some much needed relief for the Kings as it spelled an end to their nine-game losing streak dating back to last season.
Charlize Anaya made a big impact no matter where she played. She looked comfortable on the mound, tossing seven innings while giving up just two earned (and two unearned) runs off four hits. That's the fewest hits she has allowed since back in April of 2024. She was also big at the plate, scoring a run while going 2-for-3. That's the most hits she has posted since back in April of 2024.
In other batting news, the team relied heavily on Jazmyn Martinez, who scored two runs and stole a base while getting on base in three of her four plate appearances. Those runs were her first of the season.
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| 03/17/25 - Away | 5-4 W |
| 04/15/24 - Away | 2-10 L |
| 04/18/23 - Home | 3-5 L |
| 04/13/22 - Home | 1-5 L |
| 02/23/22 - Away | 4-8 L |
| + 5 more games |
Kofa's first win this season bumped their record up to 1-8. As for Gila Ridge, their record is now 5-2.
Kofa will have a chance to go back-to-back against Gila Ridge: the pair's next game is a rematch scheduled at 6:00 p.m. on Wednesday.
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