The Benedictine Mesa Softball team faced a tough doubleheader against Arizona Christian on Saturday, resulting in a 2-3 loss in the first game and a 6-8 defeat in the second.
 
In the initial match, ACU took the lead in the 4th inning with a score of 1-0. They extended their lead by scoring in the 5th and 6th innings, making it 3-0. The Redhawks fought back in the 7th inning, with McKenzie Hamilton's double allowing Leiana Madrazo and Brandee Ayala to score, but ACU managed to hold them off, securing a 2-3 victory.
 
The second game saw Benedictine taking a 4-0 lead in the 2nd inning, thanks to Gabi Perez's single that brought in Stephany Aguirre, Savannah Howard's single that allowed Amanda Clack to score, Madeline Kallfelz's single that brought home Gabi Perez, and Brandee Ayala's fielder's choice allowing Savannah Howard to score. ACU responded, tying the game 4-4 in the 4th inning and later taking the lead 7-4 in the 6th inning. Despite efforts from Benedictine, including Amanda Clack's run and McKenzie Hamilton's sacrifice fly in the 6th and 7th innings, respectively, ACU secured an 8-6 win.
 
Key Players:

• Brandee Ayala contributed one hit and one run in the first game, along with one RBI in the second game.
• Leiana Madrazo scored one run and had one hit in the first game.
• McKenzie Hamilton had an impressive performance with 2 hits and 2 RBIs in the first game, adding one run in the second game.
• Amanda Clack stood out in the second game with 2 hits and 2 runs.
• Stephany Aguirre scored one run in the second game.
• Gabi Perez showcased a strong presence in the second game with 3 hits, 1 run, and 2 RBIs.
• Savannah Howard contributed with 1 hit, 1 run, and 1 RBI in the second game.

 
Looking ahead, the Redhawks will be back in action on Saturday, February 24th, at Mesa Community College for a doubleheader starting at 12 PM and 2 PM.