The Bandera Varsity Bulldogs traveled Saturday for a preseason doubleheader against Taft and Medina Valley, using the scrimmages as an opportunity to test lineups and gain experience against strong competition ahead of the 2026 season.
Bandera opened the day against Taft, getting on the scoreboard early when Jasmine Longoria drove in a run with an RBI single in the first inning.
Mia Ranly started in the circle for the Bulldogs, striking out three batters over two innings.
On the basepaths, Presley Greenley applied pressure with two stolen bases. Longoria and Rehbehka Gomez each recorded hits in the contest.
In the nightcap against Medina Valley, Bandera again struck early.
Cerisa Fernandez delivered an RBI single in the first inning, followed by a deep RBI double from Ranly to give the Bulldogs an early offensive spark.
Defensively, Bandera turned in a clean performance, committing no errors throughout the game.
The Bulldogs executed a double play and were anchored in the field by Gomez, who recorded three putouts. Krista Goldstein earned the start in the circle, allowing three runs and striking out two batters in two innings of work.
The Bulldogs said they will use the preseason scrimmages to continue refining their lineup and preparing for their upcoming home opener.
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