Tigers
| 09/11/25 @ Rocky Ford | 15 |
| 08/23/25 vs Peak to Peak | 13 |
| 09/06/25 vs Coronado | 12 |
| 09/05/25 @ Sand Creek | 11 |
| 08/26/25 @ Limon | 11 |
Winning is always nice, but doing so behind a season-high score is even better (just ask La Junta). They put the hurt on the Rocky Ford Meloneers with a sharp 15-2 victory on Thursday. The high-flying hitting performance was a huge turnaround for the Tigers considering their two-run performance the match before.
Isabelle Aragon spent all six innings played on the mound, and it's clear why: she surrendered two runs (both of which were unearned) on four hits and racked up 12 Ks. She has been consistent: she hasn't given up more than two walks in five consecutive appearances.
At the plate, Marli Gonzales was a standout: she went 2-for-5 with four stolen bases, three runs, and one RBI. That's the most runs she has posted over her last 11 games. Another player making a difference was Chloe Numez, who went 3-for-4 with three stolen bases, two RBI, and one run.
They weren't the only ones making solid contact: La Junta kept the outfield on their toes and finished the game with 11 hits. They are a perfect 4-0 when they post 11 or more hits.
La Junta's win bumped their record up to 8-5. As for Rocky Ford, they have been struggling recently as they've lost eight of their last nine contests. That's put a noticeable dent in their 3-10 record this season.
La Junta didn't take long to hit the field again: they've already played their next match, a 6-5 victory against Pueblo East on the 13th. As for Rocky Ford, they have also already played their next game, an 11-8 loss against Gunnison on the 12th.
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