Starting pitcher Sienna Fuller set the tone early, throwing four no-hit innings with laser focus. She struck out nine batters and allowed just one walk in a commanding performance. In the fifth inning, Sadie Mairs came in for relief, giving up just one hit and striking out one to seal the shutout.
Offensively, the Broncos were on fire. Faye Spoonhunter led the charge, going a perfect 3 for 3 with three stolen bases, one RBI, and three runs scored. Cambrie Lanphear delivered a strong performance at the plate as well, finishing 2 for 3 with two stolen bases, three RBIs, and two runs scored. Braydee Momberg added pressure on the basepaths, going 2 for 3 with two stolen bases and two runs scored. Tannyr Ludwick came through with two RBIs, also going 2 for 3 and scoring once.
Ellie Boyd contributed a walk and a sacrifice, picking up two RBIs and scoring a run. Laila Beall executed a key sacrifice bunt to drive in a run, and Sienna Fuller helped her own cause by going 1 for 1 with a walk, a stolen base, and a run scored. Azul Aranzubia also added to the total with a well-placed sacrifice for an RBI.
The win moves Bishop into the second round, where they will host the Roosevelt Rough Riders of Fresno on Tuesday, May 20 at 3:00 p.m. at City Park. With momentum on their side, the Broncos look ready to continue their playoff run.
Go Broncos!