Gunnison dropped to 4-4 on Thursday, ending the team's four-game streak of wins at home dating back to last season. They lost 12-3 to the Delta Panthers. The result was an unpleasant reminder to the Cowboys of the 15-12 loss they experienced in the pair's previous head-to-head fixture back in September of 2024.
Caroline Sudderth was cooking despite her team's loss, getting on base in all four of her plate appearances with two runs and one double. Another player making a difference was Kaylee Vincent, who went 2-for-4 with one run, one double, and one RBI.
As for Delta, they pushed their record up to 7-3 with the victory, which was their fifth straight on the road. They might be getting used to big wins seeing as the team has won seven games by six runs or more this season.
On Delta's side, Olivia Hines was a major factor no matter where she played. She didn't allow a single earned run over four innings pitched. What's more, Hines posted four strikeouts, the most she's had since back in October of 2024. She was also big at the plate, going 1-for-3 with one home run, two runs, and two RBI. That home run was her first of the season.
In other batting news, Jazlyn Naranjo was incredible, getting on base in all five of her plate appearances with two runs, one stolen base, and one double. Brylee Bush was another key player, going 3-for-4 with two RBI and one run.
Coming up, Gunnison will square off against Cedaredge at 11:00 a.m. on Saturday. The Cowboys' pitchers better be ready for this one: the Bruins have averaged an impressive 13.1 runs per game this season. As for Delta, they will face off against Montrose at 3:00 p.m. on Friday. The Red Hawks' pitching crew has only allowed 2.8 runs per game this season, so the Panthers' hitters will have their work cut out for them.
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