Gonzaga Prep extended their losing streak (dating back to last season) to 25 on Tuesday, dropping their season record down to 0-15 in the process. They lost 19-4 to the Cheney Blackhawks. Unfortunately, that's the second time they've come up short against the Blackhawks this season, as they also lost their prior matchup 21-5 back in March.
Reese Jones-Ross made the most of her time at bat despite the final result and got on base in all three of her plate appearances with one home run, three RBI, and two runs. Sophia Gum also deserves some recognition as she hit her first double of the season.
As for Cheney, their record is now 5-10. The high-scoring effort was just what they needed considering they were shut out in their previous contest.
On Cheney's side, Kieli Current and Maddy Hurley made a splash while hitting and pitching. On the mound, Current pitched two innings while giving up no earned runs off one hit. Meanwhile, Hurley struck out six batters over three innings while giving up three earned runs off three hits. At bat, Current went 1-for-3 with one run, one double, and one RBI, while Hurley went 2-for-4 with two RBI and one double.
In other batting news, Allie Halverson was incredible, going 3-for-4 with five RBI, three runs, and one double. Those three runs gave her a new career-high. The team also got some help courtesy of Mia Ashcroft, who went 3-for-5 with three runs, three RBI, and one double.
Looking ahead, Gonzaga Prep will challenge Central Valley at 4:00 p.m. on Thursday. The Bears have struggled to contain batters this season (they've allowed 13.8 runs per game on average), something the Bullpups will no doubt try to take advantage of. As for Cheney, they will be playing at home against Shadle Park at 4:00 p.m. on Thursday. The Blackhawks' pitchers better be ready for this one: the Highlanders have averaged an impressive 9.1 runs per game this season.
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