Ruidoso lost to Dexter last Tuesday, but they didn't allow them the same satisfaction on Thursday. The Ruidoso Warriors walked away with an 8-5 victory over the Dexter Demons. The win made it back-to-back victories for Ruidoso.
Alexx Chavez was excellent, scoring two runs while going 2-for-3. The team also got some help courtesy of Shaeleigh VanWinkle, who scored two runs while going 2-for-4.
On Dexter's side, Kaylonie Nevarez spent all seven innings on the mound, and it's clear why: she surrendered four earned (and four unearned) runs on six hits and racked up seven Ks. Nevarez has been nothing but reliable: she hasn't tossed less than six strikeouts in five consecutive pitching appearances.
On the hitting side, Danyela Munoz made the most of her time at bat despite the final result and scored two runs while going 2-for-4. Another player making a difference was Issabellah Aguilar, who scored two runs and stole a base while going 1-for-2.
Ruidoso's win bumped their record up to 13-8. As for Dexter, their loss ended a four-game streak of away wins and brought them to 14-8.
Coincidentally, both teams will both be playing Tucumcari the next time they take the field. Ruidoso will host Tucumcari at 4:00 p.m. on Monday, while Dexter will head out to face them at 1:00 p.m. on Saturday.
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