While Kingman's victory against Chino Valley wasn't quite the blowout it was the last time the pair played, they still came out on top. The Bulldogs had just enough and edged out the Cougars 8-7 on Monday. The Bulldogs haven't had any issues with the Cougars recently, as the game was their third consecutive win against them.
Destiny Hartley
| 04/13/26 vs Chino Valley | 5 |
| 04/08/26 vs Monument Valley | 4 |
| 03/27/26 @ Chino Valley | 2 |
| 03/06/26 vs St. Michael | 2 |
| 03/03/26 vs Northwest Christian | 2 |
Destiny Hartley was a major factor while hitting and pitching. She struck out 12 batters over seven innings while giving up just one earned (and six unearned) runs off six hits (and only one walk). She has been consistent: she hasn't given up more than two walks in eight consecutive appearances. She was also stellar in the batter's box, going a perfect 3-for-3 with five stolen bases, three runs, and one triple. Those five stolen bases gave her a new career-high.
In other batting news, Kaitlynn Martin and Sarah Forgey-Schmitt did most of the damage at the plate: Martin got on base in three of her four plate appearances with one stolen base and one run, while Forgey-Schmitt earned two runs and two stolen bases. Kally Hernandez was another key player, going 1-for-3 with one run, one double, and one RBI.
Kingman's record now sits at 15-6-1. As for Chino Valley, their record is now 5-11.
Coincidentally, Kingman and Chino Valley will both be playing River Valley the next time they take the field. The Cougars will host the Dust Devils at 3:45 p.m. on Tuesday, while the Bulldogs will host them at 3:45 p.m. on Thursday.
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