Softball Recap: Escalon Cougars vs. Riverbank Bruins
Escalon was the 8-4 winner over Riverbank when they last played one another back in March, but their luck changed this time around. The Escalon Cougars took an 11-6 hit to the loss column at the hands of the Riverbank Bruins on Wednesday. Escalon just can't catch a break and has now endured three defeats in a row.
Jayci Trimble and Madison Babasa did some serious damage despite the final result: Trimble went 2-for-4 with a home run, two runs, and two RBI, while Babasa scored two runs and stole a base while going 3-for-4. The team also got some help courtesy of Elizabeth Allan, who scored a run while getting on base in three of her four plate appearances.
On Riverbank's side, Alexis Felix was incredible, scoring two runs and stealing a base while going 3-for-4. Ariana Spears was another key contributor, scoring two runs while going 4-for-4.
Escalon's loss dropped their record down to 5-13. As for Riverbank, their win bumped their record up to 13-6-1.
Both squads will have to hit the road in their upcoming games. Escalon will face off against Hilmar at 4:00 p.m. on Friday. As for Riverbank, they will head out on the road to square off against Hughson at 4:00 p.m. on Friday. Riverbank is strutting in with some hitting muscle, as they've averaged 7 runs per game this season.
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