Stagg had lost nine straight at home dating back to last season, but on Thursday they dropped down to 1-21 to make it ten. They came up short against the Chavez Titans, falling 17-4. Unfortunately, that's the second time they've come up short against the Titans this season, as they also lost their prior matchup 11-3 on April 7th.
Aliana Chavez was cooking despite her team's loss, going a perfect 3-for-3 with two runs, one triple, and one stolen base. That triple was her first of the season. Another player making a difference was Aarolyn Fields, who went a perfect 2-for-2 with two stolen bases and one run.
As for Chavez, the win made it two in a row for them and bumps their season record up to 5-21. Their hitters stepped up their game for this one, as that was the most runs they've scored all season.
On Chavez's side, Alahnee Small made a big impact no matter where she played. On the mound, she struck out nine batters over five innings while giving up just two earned (and two unearned) runs off five hits. Small has been consistent recently: she hasn't given up more than two walks in four consecutive appearances. She was also big at the plate, going 2-for-4 with two RBI. That's the most hits she has posted since back in March.
In other batting news, the team relied heavily on Gianna Rodriguez, who went a perfect 3-for-3 with two stolen bases, three runs, and four RBI. Those four RBI gave her a new career-high. Gabriella Gomes was another key player, going a perfect 3-for-3 with three runs, one stolen base, and one double.
Stagg does not have any more games scheduled as of now. As for Chavez, they will be playing in front of their home fans against Tokay at 6:30 p.m. on Friday. The Titans' pitchers better be ready for this one: the Tigers have averaged an impressive 8.7 runs per game this season.
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