Justin-Siena is 0-10 against Petaluma since April of 2019 but things could change on Friday. The Braves will head out on the road to face off against the Trojans at 4:00 p.m. Justin-Siena has given up an average of 14.9 runs per game this season, but Friday's game will give them a chance to turn things around.
Justin-Siena came up short against American Canyon on Wednesday, falling 18-3.
Caiden Grimmer
| 04/09/25 vs American Canyon | 2 |
| 04/07/25 @ Bethel | 2 |
| 04/04/25 @ Casa Grande | 1 |
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Caiden Grimmer was cooking despite her team's loss, scoring a run and stealing two bases while going 2-for-3. She is on a roll when it comes to stolen bases, as she's now snagged at least one in each of the last four games she's played. Another player making a difference was Payton Edwards, who went 2-for-3 with two RBI.
Petaluma never got on the board in their matchup last Wednesday, but that sure wasn't the case in their game against Sonoma Valley on Wednesday. They were the clear victors by a 12-1 margin over the Dragons. The Trojans might be getting used to big wins seeing as the team has won seven matches by eight runs or more this season.
Lily Pardini made a splash no matter where she played. She looked comfortable on the mound, not allowing a single earned run while striking out six over five innings pitched. Pardini was also big at the plate, going 2-for-4 with one double and one RBI.
In other batting news, Lauren Wilson was a standout: she went 3-for-4 with one home run, three runs, and four RBI. That's the most runs she has posted since back in March. Harper Miles also deserves some recognition as she hit her first double of the season.
Petaluma always had someone on base and finished the game having posted an OBP of .548. They easily outclassed their opponents in that department as Sonoma Valley only posted an OBP of .263.
Petaluma's record is now 10-5. As for Justin-Siena, their defeat dropped their record down to 2-6.
Friday's game might come down to which pitcher can control the ball better. Justin-Siena has hit smart this season, having averaged an OBP of .461. However, it's not like Petaluma struggles in that department as they've averaged .434. With both teams so capable at the plate, fans should be ready for an impressive hitting performance.
Justin-Siena might still be hurting after the 22-0 loss they got from Petaluma in their previous meeting back in May of 2024. Can the Braves avenge their defeat or is history doomed to repeat itself? We'll find out soon enough.
