Softball Recap: Branham Bruins vs. Westmont Warriors
In what's become a running theme this season, Branham gave their fans yet another huge victory on Tuesday. They never let the Westmont Warriors onto the board and left with a 14-0 win. The victory was nothing new for Branham as they're now sitting on three straight.
Jacqueline Connolly Hojas made a splash no matter where she played. She looked comfortable on the mound, not allowing a single earned run and only one hit over four innings pitched. Connolly Hojas has been nothing but reliable: she hasn't given up more than two walks in three consecutive pitching appearances. Connolly Hojas was also solid in the batter's box, going 2-for-4 with four RBI.
In other batting news, Abigail Fales was incredible, going 2-for-4 with a home run and three runs. She is on a roll when it comes to home runs, as she's now launched at least one in the last three games she's played. Kaliya Yco was another key contributor, scoring two runs and stealing a base while getting on base in three of her four plate appearances.
Branham's win bumped their record up to 10-6. As for Westmont, they are on a six-game losing streak that has dropped them down to 1-11.
Branham will be playing at home against Willow Glen at 4:00 p.m. on Wednesday. Branham is strutting in with some hitting muscle, as they've averaged 6.6 runs per game this season. As for Westmont, they will head out on the road to face off against Live Oak at 4:00 p.m. on Wednesday. Live Oak is coming into the matchup with three straight defeats at home, meaning Westmont will have to defend against a squad hungry for a victory.
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