Chatfield extended their losing streak to four on Monday, dropping them down to 3-10. They lost 16-2 to the Columbine Rebels. The Chargers were given a dose of their own medicine in this game as the Rebels apparently hadn't forgotten their defeat the last time these teams played back in October of 2024.
Chatfield saw two different players step up and record at least one hit. One of them was Kayla Harpstreith, who went 1-for-2 with one home run.
As for Columbine, their win was their tenth straight at home dating back to last season, which pushed their record up to 11-4. The home victories came thanks in part to their hitting performance across that stretch, as they averaged 14.3 runs over those games.
On Columbine's side, Shalee Trujillo was a major factor no matter where she played. She looked comfortable on the mound, tossing four innings while giving up just one earned (and one unearned) run off two hits. What's more, Trujillo posted four strikeouts, the most she's had over her last ten contests. She was also stellar in the batter's box, going 1-for-4 with one home run and three RBI.
In other batting news, Mason Abraham was incredible, getting on base in all four of her plate appearances with two stolen bases, three runs, and four RBI. That's the most RBI she has posted over her last 11 matchups. Olivia Keiter was another key player, going 2-for-3 with one home run, three runs, and two RBI.
We've got plenty of inter-league action coming up soon. Chatfield will challenge rival Arvada West at 4:30 p.m. on Wednesday. Meanwhile, Columbine is set to take on their familiar foe Ralston Valley at 4:30 p.m. on Wednesday.
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