Apache Junction extended their losing streak to six on Thursday, dropping them down to 1-8. They came up short against the Globe Tigers, falling 19-1. The result was an unpleasant reminder to the Prospectors of the 22-6 loss they experienced in the pair's previous head-to-head fixture back in April of 2025.
As for Globe, their victory was their fourth straight on the road, which pushed their record up to 13-7. The road wins came thanks in part to their pitching effort, having only surrendered 2.5 runs on average over those games.
For Globe's part, Jade Verdugo was a major factor no matter where she played. On the mound, she didn't allow a single earned run while striking out seven over four innings pitched. Those seven strikeouts gave Verdugo a new career-high. She was also solid in the batter's box, going 1-for-2 with three RBI, one stolen base, and one run. She also hit a double, marking her first of the season.
In other batting news, Loghan Williamson and Zoey Tulk did most of the damage at the plate: Williamson got on base in all four of her plate appearances with two runs, one stolen base, and one RBI, while Tulk went a perfect 2-for-2 with three RBI and two runs. Antonella Franco was another key player, getting on base in two of her three plate appearances with two stolen bases, two runs, and one RBI.
Coincidentally, Apache Junction and Globe will both be playing Coolidge the next time they take the field. The Prospectors will host the Bears at 3:45 p.m. on Tuesday, while the Tigers will host them at 6:00 p.m. on Thursday.
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