Pinon had lost five straight on the road dating back to last season, but on Tuesday they dropped down to 1-7 to make it six. They came up short against the Northland Prep Academy Spartans, falling 21-11. Even if the Eagles couldn't come away with the victory, the high-scoring effort was a great turnaround for their hitters, which had struggled int the games prior.
As for Northland Prep Academy, they are on a roll lately: they've won four of their last five games. That's provided a nice bump to their 5-2 record this season. Considering they have won five contests by more than nine runs this season, Tuesday's blowout was nothing new.
For Northland Prep Academy's part, Ryliegh LaFave made a big impact while hitting and pitching. She looked comfortable on the mound, pitching two innings while giving up just one earned run off one hit. LaFave has been consistent: she hasn't given up more than one walk any time she's pitched this season. She was even better at the plate, going a perfect 4-for-4 with three stolen bases, seven RBI, and two runs. That's the most stolen bases she has posted since back in March of 2025.
In other batting news, Northland Prep Academy got a massive performance out of Wren Gutt-Ohly, who got on base in four of her five plate appearances with three runs, one stolen base, and two RBI. Another player making a difference was Elysia Martinez, who got on base in four of her five plate appearances with three RBI and two runs.
Looking ahead, Pinon will look to defend their home field on Friday against Many Farms at 1:00 p.m. The Lobos have struggled to contain batters this season (they've allowed 17.86 runs per game on average), something the Eagles will no doubt try to take advantage of. As for Northland Prep Academy, they will head out to take on Williams at 2:00 p.m. on Thursday.
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