Softball Preview: Alisal Trojans vs. Rancho San Juan Trailblazers
The Alisal Trojans will be staying on the road on Friday to face off against the Rancho San Juan Trailblazers at 4:30 p.m. Alisal is strutting in with some hitting muscle, as they've averaged 13.5 runs per game this season.
Alisal can now show off ten landslide victories after their most recent matchup on Friday. They were the clear victor by a 23-0 margin over Anzar.
Jasmine Estrada and Micah Smith made a big impact while hitting and pitching. Throwing, Estrada pitched an inning while giving up no earned runs or hits. Meanwhile, Smith struck out seven batters over three innings while giving up no earned runs or hits (and only one walk). At bat, Estrada went 1-for-2 with three RBI, a triple, and a stolen base, while Smith scored three runs and stole three bases while getting on base in all three of her plate appearances. Smith is on a roll when it comes to stolen bases, as she's now stolen at least one in the last three games she's played.
In other batting news, Jordan Smith was incredible, getting on base in three of her four plate appearances with a home run, three stolen bases, and four runs. She is on a roll when it comes to stolen bases, as she's now stolen at least one in the last nine games she's played. The team also got some help courtesy of Maddie Mendoza, who went 2-for-2 with a home run, three RBI, and two runs.
Meanwhile, Rancho San Juan suffered a tough 14-1 loss at the hands of Monte Vista Christian on Tuesday. Rancho San Juan has struggled against Monte Vista Christian recently, as their contest on Tuesday was their fourth consecutive lost matchup.
Alisal's victory bumped their record up to 12-3. As for Rancho San Juan, their defeat ended a three-game streak of away wins and brought them to 6-4.
Alisal took their win against Rancho San Juan in their previous matchup back in March by a conclusive 13-3. The rematch might be a little tougher for Alisal since the team won't have the home-field advantage this time around. We'll see if the change in venue makes a difference.
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