Softball Recap: San Rafael Bulldogs vs. Tamalpais Red Tailed Hawks
San Rafael waltzed into their contest on Wednesday with 13 straight wins... but they left with 14. Their pitcher stepped up to hand the Tamalpais Red Tailed Hawks a 7-0 shutout. The result was nothing new for San Rafael, who have now won 13 matchups by six runs or more so far this season.
Thomara Drummer was a major factor while hitting and pitching. On the mound, she didn't allow a single earned run while striking out 17 over seven innings pitched. Drummer has been nothing but reliable: she hasn't tossed less than eight strikeouts every time she's pitched this season. Drummer was also big at the plate, scoring a run and stealing two bases while going 2-for-4.
In other batting news, Sophia Everett was incredible, going 2-for-3 with a home run and three runs. Another player making a difference was Angel Amesa, who went 1-for-2 with two RBI and a double.
On Tamalpais' side, Ava Lee spent all seven innings on the mound, and it's clear why: she surrendered just two earned (and five unearned) runs on five hits and racked up eight Ks.
San Rafael's win bumped their record up to 18-2. As for Tamalpais, they have been struggling recently as they've lost eight of their last nine games, which put a noticeable dent in their 4-16 record this season.
San Rafael will be playing in front of their home fans against Piner at 4:30 p.m. on Friday. San Rafael will be looking to keep their 13-game home win streak alive. Tamalpais does not have any more games scheduled as of now.
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