Highland Prep had lost six straight at home, but on Thursday they dropped their record down to 3-10 to make it seven. They came up short against the ALA - West Foothills Guardians, falling 26-0. Unfortunately, that's the second time they've come up short against the Guardians this season, as they also lost their prior matchup 14-1 back in March.
As for ALA - West Foothills, they are on a roll lately: they've won six of their last seven matches. That's provided a nice bump to their 14-7 record this season. The team dominated over that stretch too, winning by an average of 16.2 runs.
For ALA - West Foothills' part, Ava LaHair was a major factor no matter where she played. On the mound, she tossed two innings while giving up no earned runs or hits. LaHair has been consistent: she hasn't given up more than two walks in five consecutive appearances. She was also big at the plate, going a perfect 4-for-4 with two runs, one double, and one RBI. Those four hits gave her a new career-high.
In other batting news, Ave Risati was a standout: she fired off two home runs, three runs, and four RBI while going 3-for-3. That's the most RBI she has posted since back in April of 2024. Alyssa Hovanec also deserves some recognition as she launched her first home run of the season.
Coincidentally, Highland Prep and ALA - West Foothills will both be playing Chino Valley the next time they take the field. The Honey Badgers will head out to face the Cougars at 3:45 p.m. on Monday, while the Guardians will host them at 3:45 p.m. on Wednesday.
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