Pueblo South had to endure a six-game losing streak, but that streak is no more. They narrowly escaped with a win as the team sidled past the Pueblo East Eagles 5-4. That's more bragging rights for the Colts, who also won the pair's last head-to-head.
Kendall Decker made a big impact while hitting and pitching. On the mound, she tossed 2.1 innings while giving up no earned runs off two hits. She has been nothing but reliable: she hasn't given up more than two walks in eight consecutive pitching appearances. She was also big at the plate, going 2-for-2 with two RBI and a double.
In other batting news, Desirae Colby was incredible, scoring two runs and stealing three bases while going 2-for-3. Another player making a difference was Meah Tillman, who scored two runs and stole a base while going 2-for-4.
Pueblo South hit smart and finished the game with only one strikeout. They easily outclassed their opponents in that department as Pueblo East struck out six times.
Pueblo South's victory bumped their record up to 4-8. As for Pueblo East, the loss snapped their winning streak at three games and leaves them with a 4-4 record.
Pueblo South will welcome Pomona at 10:00 a.m. on Saturday. Pueblo South is strutting in with some hitting muscle as they've averaged 6.2 runs per game this season. As for Pueblo East, they will face off against Falcon at 12:00 p.m. on Friday. Pueblo East is strutting in with some hitting muscle as they've averaged 10.5 runs per game this season.
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