Zapata had lost three straight at home, but on Monday they dropped down to 15-14-2 to make it four. They came up short against the Edinburg North Cougars, falling 11-1. Having soared to a lofty 13 runs in the game before, the Hawks couldn't push the score so high this time.
Zapata saw four different players step up and record at least one hit. One of them was Karly Alvarenga, who went a perfect 2-for-2 with one triple.
As for Edinburg North, they have been performing well recently as they've won three of their last four matchups. That's provided a nice bump to their 23-9-2 record this season. The result was nothing new for Edinburg North, who have now won 19 contests by eight runs or more so far this season.
On Edinburg North's side, Destany Bermudez made a splash while hitting and pitching. On the mound, she pitched four innings while giving up just one earned run off five hits. Bermudez has been nothing but reliable: she hasn't given up more than one earned run in four consecutive appearances. She was also big at the plate, going 2-for-4 with one home run and four RBI. That's the most RBI she has posted since back in April of 2025.
In other batting news, Savannah Farfan was incredible, going 2-for-3 with three runs, one triple, and two RBI. That's the most runs she has posted since back in February. Natalie Diaz was another key player, going 2-for-3 with two runs.
Coming up, Zapata will look to defend their home field on Friday against Port Isabel at 7:00 p.m. The Tarpons have struggled to contain batters this season (they've allowed 12.35 runs per game on average), something the Hawks will no doubt try to take advantage of. Edinburg North does not have any more games scheduled as of now.
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