Chaparral had to endure a four-game losing streak, but that streak is no more. They came out on top in a nail-biter against the Las Vegas Wildcats on Monday and snuck past 9-8. That's more bragging rights for Chaparral, who also won the pair's last head-to-head.
For Las Vegas' part, Sarah Martinez Zuniga spent all seven innings on the mound, and it's clear why: she surrendered just two earned (and seven unearned) runs on eight hits and racked up eight Ks.
On the hitting side, Sarah Leibowitz was cooking despite her team's loss, scoring three runs and stealing two bases while getting on base in three of her four plate appearances. Another player making a difference was Kaylynn Gordy, who scored a run and stole a base while getting on base in three of her four plate appearances.
Chaparral's win ended a three-game drought on the road and puts them at 4-11. As for Las Vegas, their loss was their fifth straight at home dating back to last season, which dropped their record down to 0-9.
Both teams are looking forward to the support of their home crowds in their upcoming games. Chaparral will take on Foothill at 3:30 p.m. on Wednesday. The last four games Chaparral has played have been within two runs, so don't be surprised if it's a close one. As for Las Vegas, they will be playing at home against Desert Oasis at 3:30 p.m. on Wednesday.
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