Coolidge extended their losing streak to three on Friday, dropping them down to 3-8-2. They lost 24-8 to the Florence Gophers. The result was an unpleasant reminder to the Bears of the 13-12 defeat they experienced in the pair's previous head-to-head fixture back in April of 2025.
Aubriana Cavazos was cooking despite her team's loss, going a perfect 4-for-4 with one run and one RBI. Another player making a difference was Kassidy Mitchell, who went 1-for-4 with two runs, one double, and one RBI.
As for Florence, their win bumped their record up to 4-6. Their hitters stepped up their game for this one, as that was the most runs they've scored all season.
On Florence's side, Brea Cortinas made a big impact no matter where she played. She looked comfortable on the mound, striking out six batters over seven innings while giving up four earned (and four unearned) runs off nine hits. Cortinas has been nothing but reliable: she hasn't given up more than two walks in three consecutive appearances. She was also big at the plate, going 1-for-7 with two runs, one stolen base, and two RBI.
In other batting news, Paisley Pine was a standout: she went 3-for-4 with four RBI, two runs, and two doubles. Kamie Rice was another key player, going 3-for-6 with four RBI, two runs, and two doubles.
Coolidge and Florence could both be facing uphill battles in their next games considering their disadvantage in the MaxPreps Arizona Rankings. The Bears (ranked 134th) will meet Seton Catholic (ranked 21st) at 4:00 p.m. on Thursday. Meanwhile, Florence will challenge ALA - West Foothills at 6:00 p.m. on Monday with a big rank disadvantage (139 vs. 36).
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