Hot Springs was not able to break out of their rough patch on Friday as the team picked up their sixth straight defeat. They fell just short of the Zuni Thunderbirds by a score of 13-12. Despite running the score up even higher than they did in their prior game last Friday (11), Hot Springs still had to take the loss.
Max Legarda was huge while hitting and pitching even without the win. He struck out 11 batters over 5.2 innings while giving up just two earned (and one unearned) runs off six hits. Legarda was also stellar in the batter's box, getting on base in five of his six plate appearances with a triple, two RBI, and a run.
In other batting news, Jacob Felts made the most of his time at bat despite the final result and scored four runs and stole two bases while going 3-for-4. Another player making a difference was Sammy Acosta, who scored two runs and stole a base while getting on base in three of his six plate appearances.
On Zuni's side, Kole Eriacho was incredible, going 3-for-4 with three RBI, two runs, and a triple. D'Angelo Tsabetsate was another key contributor, going 2-for-3 with two stolen bases and an RBI.
Hot Springs' loss dropped their record down to 2-7. As for Zuni, their win was their third straight at home, which pushed their record up to 8-7.
Hot Springs will take on Mesilla Valley Christian School at 3:00 p.m. on Tuesday. As for Zuni, they will head out on the road to square off against Tohatchi at 3:00 p.m. on Tuesday.
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