Hays pitcher Maxine Valdez’s confidence was wavering.

After pitching three consecutive innings without allowing a hit or a baserunner, Valdez allowed two runs to score in the fourth inning. She hit a batter, gave up a single, and two wild pitches put a pair of runners in scoring position.

Lehman’s two runs in the fourth were courtesy of Gabby Rodriguez and M. Trinbur.

Lehman High shortstop Alyssa Martinez takes a swing during Friday’s district game against Hays. (photo by Moses L...