Recap: Saugus Centurions vs. Golden Valley Grizzlies
Saugus scored the most runs they've had all season to find success on Tuesday. Their pitcher stepped up to hand the Golden Valley Grizzlies a 21-0 shutout. With that victory, Saugus brought their scoring average up to 6.4 runs per game.
Taliya Mata looked comfortable as she didn't allow a single earned run and only one hit while striking out nine over four innings pitched. She has been nothing but reliable on the mound: she hasn't given up more than two walks in four consecutive pitching appearances.
At the plate, Avery Alvarez and Malia Horvat did most of the damage at the plate: Alvarez went 2-for-2 with a home run, three runs, and four RBI, while Horvat went 3-for-3 with three runs, four RBI, and a triple. Zoe Hernandez was another key contributor, scoring three runs while going 4-for-4.
The win made it two in a row for Saugus and bumps their season record up to 8-6. As for Golden Valley, their defeat dropped their record down to 6-11-1.
Both teams will have to hit the road in their upcoming games. Saugus will be staying on the road on Thursday to face off against Moorpark at 3:15 p.m. As for Golden Valley, they will take on Valencia at 3:15 p.m. on Thursday.
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