Taos had lost nine games straight , but after bumping their record up to 5-14 on Saturday that streak is in the rearview. They were the clear victors by a 13-3 margin over the Espanola Valley Sundevils. For those keeping track at home, that's the biggest victory the Tigers have posted against the Sundevils since April 8, 2023.
Bella Lucero made a splash no matter where she played. She looked comfortable on the mound, tossing six innings while giving up just one earned (and two unearned) runs off eight hits. What's more, she posted four strikeouts, the most she's had since back in March. She was also stellar in the batter's box, going a perfect 4-for-4 with one home run, four RBI, and two runs.
Carissa Sanchez
| 05/03/25 vs Espanola Valley | 3 |
| 04/12/25 vs Moriarty | 1 |
| 04/02/25 @ Espanola Valley | 1 |
| 03/28/25 @ Mora | 1 |
In other batting news, Carissa Sanchez was a standout: she went 3-for-4 with three runs, one triple, and one stolen base. Those three hits gave her a new career-high. Amaya Struck also deserves some recognition as she hit her first triple of the season.
Taos always had someone on base and finished the game having posted an OBP of .529. They easily outclassed their opponents in that department as Espanola Valley only posted an OBP of .357.
As for Espanola Valley, they have been struggling recently as they've lost ten of their last 11 matchups. That's put a noticeable dent in their 5-20 record this season. For those keeping track at home, that's the biggest loss they have suffered against Taos since April 20, 2022.
On Espanola Valley's side, Leah Vigil made the most of her time at bat despite the final result and went 2-for-4 with one stolen base, one run, and one double.
Taos will have a chance to go back-to-back against the Sundevils: the pair will be back at it again later today.
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