Bloomfield hasn't had much luck against Aztec recently, but that could start to change on Tuesday. A feisty cat fight will be fought as Bloomfield Bobcats face off against Aztec Tigers at 4:00 p.m. Both teams took a loss in their last game, so they'll have plenty of motivation to get the 'W'.
Bloomfield is headed into Tuesday's match looking for a big change in momentum after dropping their eighth straight game on Saturday. They were a single run away from ending the streak, but they lost a 7-6 heartbreaker at the hands of Atrisco Heritage Academy. While the Bobcats didn't get the win, they did start the game off strong, beating the Jaguars 4-0 in the first period.
Tatum Lantana was cooking despite her team's loss, going 2-for-4 with two runs, one triple, and one RBI. That triple was her first of the season. The team also got some help courtesy of Adriannah Romero, who scored a run while going 2-for-3.
Meanwhile, after a string of three wins, Aztec's good fortune finally ran out on Friday. They took an 8-5 hit to the loss column at the hands of Carlsbad.
Madeline Kaiser made the most of her time at bat despite the final result and went 1-for-3 with one home run. Reagan Bradshaw was another key player, scoring a run while going 1-for-3.
Bloomfield's defeat dropped their record down to 3-9. As for Aztec, their loss dropped their record down to 5-10.
Bloomfield's speedy runners might be the difference in Tuesday's contest. Bloomfield has been swiping bases left and right this season, having averaged 2.7 stolen bases per game. It's a different story for Aztec, though, as they've been averaging only 0.6 stolen bases. Will they be able to secure the bases, or will Bloomfield continue to outrun the ball?
Bloomfield came up short against Aztec in their previous matchup back in April of 2024, falling 9-4. Can Bloomfield avenge their defeat or is history doomed to repeat itself? We'll find out soon enough.
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