Monte Alto had lost five straight on the road dating back to last season, but on Tuesday they dropped down to 0-5 to make it six. They lost 17-2 to the Falfurrias Bulls. Unfortunately, that's the second time they've come up short against the Bulls this season, as they also lost their prior matchup 20-1 back in March.
As for Falfurrias, the victory made it two in a row for them and bumps their season record up to 7-14. Those wins came thanks in part to their pitching effort, having only surrendered a grand total of 7 runs in those games.
For Falfurrias' part, Hayle Menchaca made a splash no matter where she played. She looked comfortable on the mound, striking out nine batters over four innings while giving up just one earned (and one unearned) run off one hit. Menchaca was also big at the plate, going 2-for-3 with three runs, three RBI, and one triple. That's the most runs she has posted since back in April of 2025.
In other batting news, Audrina Trevino was a standout: she went a perfect 3-for-3 with three stolen bases, three runs, and two RBI. She has been hot, having posted at least one stolen base the last five times she's played. Simplicity Chapa was another key player, getting on base in three of her four plate appearances with three runs, one triple, and one stolen base.
Monte Alto does not have any more games scheduled as of now. As for Falfurrias, they will face off against Juarez-Lincoln at 6:30 p.m. on Friday. The Bulls' pitchers better be ready for this one: the Huskies have averaged an impressive 6.1 runs per game this season.
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