Dolores Huerta Prep's game last Friday was a tough loss, but they didn't let that memory haunt them on Monday. They walked away with a 16-11 victory over the Colorado Springs Christian Lions. The high-flying hitting performance was a huge turnaround for Dolores Huerta Prep considering their two-run performance the match before.
CJ Mercado and Anthony Ruybal did most of the damage at the plate: Mercado went 2-for-4 with four RBI, a stolen base, and a run, while Ruybal scored three runs and stole a base while going 4-for-4. The team also got some help courtesy of Cristo Esquibel, who scored two runs and stole a base while going 1-for-4.
On Colorado Springs Christian's side, they got a massive performance out of Mike Sandlin, who scored two runs and stole two bases while going 3-for-3. Sandlin hasn't dropped below two stolen bases for three straight games. Sam Consner was another key contributor, going 3-for-4 with three RBI and a triple.
Even though they lost, Colorado Springs Christian was hitting in the alleys and finished the game with four doubles. That's the most doubles they've managed all season.
Dolores Huerta Prep's win bumped their record up to 7-10. As for Colorado Springs Christian, they have traveled a rocky road recently having lost four of their last five contests, which put a noticeable dent in their 4-7-1 record this season.
Both squads will have to hit the road in their upcoming games. Dolores Huerta Prep will take on Peyton at 4:00 p.m. on Thursday. As for Colorado Springs Christian, they will head out on the road to face off against Rocky Ford at 4:00 p.m. on Thursday.
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