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By Pricilia Mugwa

TUCSON, AZ – It was a weekend to remember for Pima athletics, as the baseball, softball, and track & field teams displayed dominance in conference and invitational events. With thrilling victories, historic performances, and record-breaking moments, the Aztecs continued to solidify their presence as a force to be reckoned with in the Arizona Athletic Conference (ACCAC) and beyond.

Aztecs Baseball Splits Conference Opener

The No. 3-ranked Pima baseball team (11-1, 1-1 ACCAC) opened conference play against Paradise Valley, with a strong start, claiming a 4-1 win in the first game before suffering their first loss of the season in a 10-2 defeat in Game 2.

In the opener, sophomore Collin Senior set the tone with two RBI doubles, while freshman Jackson Glueck showcased his power with a two-run home run.

On the mound, sophomore Maclain Roberts was dominant, allowing just two hits over six innings and striking out seven batters. However, Paradise Valley responded in the second game with an explosive offensive performance.

Despite an early lead from the Aztecs, the Pumas stormed back with 10 unanswered runs, capitalizing on Pima’s struggles at the plate and on the mound. The Aztecs will look to bounce back in their next series against Chandler-Gilbert.

Aztecs Track & Field

Pima’s track & field team made headlines once again at the Gaucho Indoor Invitational, where sophomore Reatta Danhof shattered her own school record in the 800-meter race, crossing the finish line in an impressive 2:18.31.

Teammate Linda Rivero also etched her name in the record books, running the second-fastest 800m time in Pima history with a 2:22.12 finish.

Both athletes later teamed up with Alyssa Perez and Ella Allred in the 4×800 relay, securing a national qualifying mark and adding to Pima’s growing total of 32 national qualifying times this season.

The Aztecs’ track & field squad will now shift their focus to the upcoming Pima Multi’s/Indoor Invitational, where they hope to continue their record-breaking streak.

Aztecs Softball

No. 15-Ranked Softball Extends Unbeaten Streak with Explosive Offense
The Pima softball team (10-0, 6-0 ACCAC) showed no mercy against Paradise Valley, securing a dominant doubleheader sweep with back-to-back run-rule victories.

In Game 1, the Aztecs erupted for a 13-run third inning, highlighted by freshman Jiselle Nunez’s grand slam. The offensive onslaught powered Pima to a commanding 17-5 win. Game 2 was more of the same, with sophomore slugger Natalya Rivera leading the charge.

Rivera went 4-for-5 with four RBIs, including a towering two-run homer, as the Aztecs scored 14 runs in the fourth inning, securing a dominant 19-2 win.

With their undefeated record intact, Pima will look to keep their momentum going as they return home for a crucial conference showdown against Scottsdale.

Pima’s teams will remain busy this week with key matchups across all sports. The baseball and softball teams will host home games, while the track & field team will aim for more national qualifying times at the Pima Multi’s/Indoor Invitational. As the season progresses, the Aztecs continue to make their mark with outstanding performances across the board.

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