George West scored the most runs they've had all season to find success on Tuesday. They never let the Aransas Pass Panthers onto the board and left with a 15-0 win. The victory was some much needed relief for George West as it spelled an end to their four-game losing streak.
Kenna Ruiz was a major factor while hitting and pitching. She looked comfortable on the mound, striking out seven batters over 3.2 innings while giving up no earned runs off four hits (and not a single walk). Ruiz has been consistent recently: she hasn't tossed less than five strikeouts in seven consecutive pitching appearances. Ruiz was also stellar in the batter's box, scoring two runs and stealing four bases while going 2-for-3.
In other batting news, Isabella Salazar and Makayla Jaramillo did most of the damage at the plate: Salazar scored three runs and stole a base while going 1-for-2, while Jaramillo went 2-for-3 with two runs, a triple, and an RBI. Destiny Salazar was another key contributor, scoring two runs and stealing a base while going 1-for-3.
George West's win bumped their record up to 7-15. As for Aransas Pass, they have traveled a rocky road recently having lost 15 of their last 17 games, which put a noticeable dent in their 5-18 record this season.
Both teams are looking forward to the support of their home crowds in their upcoming games. George West will take on Goliad at 6:00 p.m. on Friday. Goliad will roll in looking for their eighth straight victory, something George West surely won't give up without a fight. As for Aransas Pass, their homestand will continue as they prepare to take on Mathis at 6:00 p.m. on Friday. Mathis is coming into the match with three straight wins on the road, so Aransas Pass will have to stop a squad with plenty of momentum.
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