Softball Recap: Del Mar Comes Up Short

Del Mar extended their losing streak to three on Wednesday, dropping their season record down to 3-12 in the process. They came up short against the Pioneer Mustangs, falling 12-2. Unfortunately, that's the second time they've come up short against the Mustangs this season, as they also lost their prior matchup 17-2 back in March.

Niarah Aimonetti made the most of her time at bat despite the final result and went a perfect 3-for-3 with one run and one double. Phatima Salto-Alvarez also deserves some recognition as she got her first hits of the season.

As for Pioneer, their win ended a 14-game drought on the road dating back to last season and puts them at 7-13. Considering they have won six games by more than five runs this season, Wednesday's blowout was nothing new.

On Pioneer's side, Gina Scripoch made a splash no matter where she played. She tossed five innings while giving up just two earned runs off nine hits. Scripoch has been nothing but reliable on the mound: she hasn't given up more than two walks in nine consecutive appearances. She was even better at the plate, going 2-for-3 with one home run and two RBI.

In other batting news, Gizelle Ortiz was incredible, going a perfect 3-for-3 with three stolen bases, three runs, and two doubles. Those three stolen bases gave her a new career-high. Another player making a difference was Emmah Ramirez, who went 2-for-3 with three RBI, one triple, and one run.

We've got plenty of inter-league action coming up soon. Del Mar is set to take on their familiar foe Silver Creek at 4:00 p.m. on Monday. Meanwhile, Pioneer will square off against rival Lincoln at 4:00 p.m. on Thursday.