Duncan was not able to break out of their rough patch on Thursday as the team picked up their fifth straight loss. They fell just short of the Tempe Buffaloes by a score of 11-10. Both teams can probably skip cardio this week after making that many trips around the bases.
For Tempe's part, Hiliana Valencia was a major factor while hitting and pitching. She looked comfortable on the mound, pitching seven innings while giving up three earned (and seven unearned) runs off five hits. Valencia was also big at the plate, going 2-for-4 with a triple, a run, and an RBI.
In other batting news, the team relied heavily on Celeste Alvarez, who went 1-for-3 with a home run, two runs, and two RBI. Another player making a difference was Dayanara Chavez, who scored three runs while going 3-for-4.
Duncan's defeat dropped their record down to 1-7. As for Tempe, they now have a winning record of 6-5.
Duncan will look to defend their home field on Monday against Ray at 3:45 p.m. Duncan is facing Ray at the right time seeing as Ray is stuck on a nine-game losing streak. As for Tempe, they are on the road again on Wednesday to play Dysart at 4:00 p.m.
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