YUMA, AZ – February 14, 2025 – The College of Southern Nevada Coyotes faced a challenging defeat against Arizona Western College, losing 6-4 in the second game of their three-game series at Walt Kammann Field. This loss brings CSN's record to 11-2 overall and 9-2 in ACCAC play, while Arizona Western improves to 11-3.

The game remained a pitcher's duel with neither team scoring in the initial three innings. The deadlock was broken by Arizona Western in the fourth inning, capitalizing on a double by L. Hoerger followed by an RBI single from G. Castro. The Coyotes responded in the fifth inning with a blast from Tyler Garritano and added three more in the sixth, sparked by Ashton Zacher's two-run single.

However, Arizona Western clawed back in the late innings, adding two runs in the seventh and seizing control with three runs in the eighth. This surge was highlighted by B. Neave's crucial triple that brought in two runs, and another RBI single by G. Castro, showcasing strategic hitting and taking advantage of CSN's fielding errors.

CSN starter Kaden Soder pitched 6.1 solid innings, allowing three earned runs and striking out seven, but it was Andrew Kaplan who suffered the loss after giving up two crucial runs in the eighth inning. D. Evans for Arizona Western claimed the win with an impressive relief appearance, shutting down the Coyotes over the last 3.2 innings, allowing no runs and striking out four.

The game was marked by tight defense from both sides, each committing a single error. However, the Coyotes' error proved costly, contributing to Arizona Western's pivotal eighth-inning rally.

The Coyotes will aim to bounce back in the series finale, seeking to reclaim their strong form and close out the series on a positive note. This setback serves as a stark reminder of the competitive nature of the ACCAC and the need for consistent performance throughout the game.