Softball Recap: Modesto Panthers vs. Downey Knights
Modesto had to endure a seven-game losing streak, but that streak is no more. They came out on top against the Downey Knights by a score of 5-1 on Tuesday. For Modesto, this counts as revenge for the 2-1 defeat Downey walked away with the last time they faced one another back in March.
Angelica Arellano spent all seven innings on the mound, and it's clear why: she surrendered one run (which was unearned) on four hits and racked up six Ks. She has been nothing but reliable: she hasn't pitched less than six innings in four consecutive pitching appearances.
At the plate, Modesto's win was truly a team effort as three different players contributed at least one hit. One of them was Chloe Moreno, who went 2-for-4 with a double and an RBI.
Modesto's victory bumped their record up to 5-7. As for Downey, they dropped their record down to 7-13 with that loss, which was their fifth straight on the road.
Both teams are looking forward to the support of their home crowds in their upcoming games. Modesto will take on Pitman at 4:00 p.m. on Thursday. As for Downey, they will look to defend their home field on Thursday against Turlock at 4:00 p.m.
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