Softball Recap: Arvada Bulldogs vs. Alameda Pirates
While Arvada didn't have the best season last year (they finished 9-12), it's starting to look like those struggles are a thing of the past. They blew past the Alameda Pirates 12-1 on Saturday. Considering the Bulldogs have won four games by more than nine runs this season, Saturday's blowout was nothing new.
Alyssa Moreno was a major factor while hitting and pitching. She looked comfortable on the mound, striking out seven batters over five innings while giving up just one earned run off two hits. She has been consistent recently: she hasn't tossed less than five strikeouts in four consecutive pitching appearances. She was also solid in the batter's box, scoring a run while going 1-for-3.
In other batting news, the team relied heavily on Amiah Picaso, who fired off three doubles, three RBI, and two runs while going 4-for-4. Another player making a difference was Hailey Lesperance, who scored three runs and stole two bases while going 2-for-3.
The victory made it two in a row for Arvada and bumps their season record up to 5-1. As for Alameda, they have traveled a rocky road recently having lost three of their last four matches, which put a noticeable dent in their 4-5 record this season.
Arvada's road trip will continue as they head out to face Jefferson Academy at 1:00 p.m. on Saturday. One thing working in Jefferson Academy's favor is that they have posted at least ten runs in their last three contests. As for Alameda, they will challenge Battle Mountain at 1:00 p.m. on Saturday. Alameda is facing Battle Mountain at the right time seeing as Battle Mountain is stuck on a three-game losing streak.
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