Apache Junction extended their losing streak to seven on Tuesday, dropping them down to 1-9. They lost 23-6 to the Coolidge Bears. Unfortunately, that's the second time they've come up short against the Bears this season, as they also lost their prior matchup 1-0 back in March.
As for Coolidge, with the victory, they broke their four-game losing streak and moved their record to 4-9-2. Their hitters stepped up their game for this one, as that was the most runs they've scored all season.
For Coolidge's part, they got a massive performance out of Aliana Ruiz, who went a perfect 2-for-2 with two stolen bases, three runs, and three RBI. Those three runs gave Ruiz a new career-high. Another player making a difference was Zaedee Volk, who got on base in all five of her plate appearances with one home run and three runs.
Looking ahead, Apache Junction will welcome Metro Tech at 3:45 p.m. on Thursday. As for Coolidge, they will take on Globe at 6:00 p.m. on Thursday. The Bears' pitchers better be ready for this one: the Tigers have averaged an impressive 7.2 runs per game this season.
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