Matthew “Moose” Lopez
Sports editor
The Lady Mustangs’ softball season comes to a close at home after losing a nail biter to Dilley, 4-5. The Lady Mustangs were competing against Lytle and Crystal City for the last spot in the post season and unfortunately were just edged out by one game. Despite a slow start, Natalia surged midseason to keep their playoff hopes alive and clawed their way up the standings to give themselves a fighting chance. The Lady Mustangs end the season with a district record of 3-7 and an overall record of 12-16.
Team leaders in stats: Leyla Saenz led the team in runs at 29, doubles at 7 and triples at 2. Claire Wise had two homeruns this season. Tracy Najera Garza had 29 stolen bases. Selyene Gallegos had 23 hits on the season. Ralynn Juarez had 18 RBIs.
Congratulations to the Lady Mustang players and coaching staff for an inspired season!
Vs Dilley
Batting: Ary Ramirez- 2 R, 2 H, Tracy Najera Garza- 1 H, Alani Aguinaga- 1 R, Allison Moreno- 1 R, 2 H, Alyssa Esquibel- 1 RBI
Baserunning: Ramirez- 1 SB, Najera Garza- 1 SB, Aguinaga- 1 SB, Moreno- 1 SB
Fielding: Ramirez- 1 for 1 on PO, Leyla Saenz- 4 PO, 2 A, Jade Mata- 1 for 1 on PO, Najera Garza- 3 for 3 on PO, Selyene Gallegos- 1 PO, Liliana Saenz- 2 for 2 on PO, Ralynn Juarez- 4 for 5 on PO, 1 A, Rilee Carpenter- 2 for 3 on PO, Alani Aguinaga- 2 for 2 on PO, Alyssa Esquibel- 1 for 1 on PO
Pitching: Alani Aguinaga threw 4 strikeouts on 34 batters faced over 7 innings pitched.
Natalia’s miracle run ends at home
Two seniors were presented goodie baskets by the team during the game vs Dilley. Photo by Mable Byrd.
