Softball Recap: Dynamic duo of Justyne Zabala and Gisselle Peraza lead Etiwanda to victory

By Team Reports May 28, 2024, 5:46pm

Softball Recap: Etiwanda Eagles vs. Paraclete Spirits

Etiwanda extended their postseason success on Tuesday against Paraclete. Their pitcher stepped up to hand the Paraclete Spirits a 10-0 shutout. Etiwanda might be getting used to big wins seeing as the team's won 20 games by six runs or more this season.

The result came thanks to Cameryn Ortega's shutout, as she gave up just two hits and racked up six Ks. She has been consistent recently: she hasn't given up more than two walks in three consecutive pitching appearances.

On the hitting side, Etiwanda let Gisselle Peraza and Justyne Zabala loose on the outfield. Peraza went 2-for-3 with a home run, three RBI, and two runs, while Zabala went 2-for-3 with two runs, a triple, and a stolen base. Kimmy Aleman was another key contributor, going 1-for-2 with a home run and two RBI.

The victory (which was Etiwanda's 11th in a row) raised their record to 29-5. As for Paraclete, their defeat ended an eight-game streak of away wins and brought them to 31-3.

As of now, neither Etiwanda nor Paraclete have any future games scheduled.

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