Apache Junction was not able to break out of their rough patch on Tuesday as the team picked up their fourth straight defeat. Their tough 17-1 loss to the Vista Grande Spartans might stick with them for a while. The result was an unpleasant reminder to Apache Junction of the 5-0 defeat they experienced in the pair's previous head-to-head fixture last Friday.
Apache Junction saw three different players step up and record at least one hit. One of them was Dylan Blackwood, who went 1-for-3 with a triple and a run.
On Vista Grande's side, Jonathan Reyna spent all six innings played on the mound, and it's clear why: he surrendered only one earned run on four hits and racked up nine Ks. Reyna has been nothing but reliable: he hasn't given up more than two walks in four consecutive pitching appearances.
On the hitting side, the team relied heavily on Sebastian Hidrogo Delcid, who went 4-for-5 with four runs, two stolen bases, and five RBI. Eltorna Gant III was another key contributor, scoring three runs and stealing three bases while getting on base in four of his five plate appearances.
Apache Junction's loss dropped their record down to 5-14. As for Vista Grande, the win (which was their sixth in a row) raised their record to 11-9.
Both teams are looking forward to the support of their home crowds in their upcoming games. Apache Junction will take on Cortez at 3:45 p.m. on Monday. As for Vista Grande, they will look to defend their home field on Friday against Tempe at 3:45 p.m.
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