Softball Recap: Petaluma triumphant thanks to a strong effort from Lily Gemma

By Team Reports Apr 27, 2024, 12:01pm

Softball Recap: Petaluma Trojans vs. Sonoma Valley Dragons

Petaluma had to endure a seven-game losing streak, but that streak is no more. They came out on top against the Sonoma Valley Dragons by a score of 4-1 on Friday. That's more bragging rights for Petaluma, who also won the pair's last head-to-head.

The team relied heavily on Lily Gemma, who scored two runs and stole two bases while going 1-for-4. Taylor Pellonari was another key contributor, going 1-for-3 with a double and an RBI.

On Sonoma Valley's side, Kassedy Midgley spent all seven innings on the mound, and it's clear why: she surrendered four runs (all of which were unearned) on five hits. Midgley has been consistent recently: she hasn't pitched less than five innings in five consecutive pitching appearances.

On the hitting side, Sonoma Valley saw five different players step up and record at least one hit. One of them was Victoria Magnani, who went 1-for-3 with a double and an RBI.

Petaluma's win bumped their record up to 9-10. As for Sonoma Valley, they have traveled a rocky road recently having lost five of their last six contests, which put a noticeable dent in their 9-11 record this season.

Petaluma will be staying on the road on Saturday to face off against Alhambra at 9:00 a.m. Alhambra is coming into the game with three straight losses at home, meaning Petaluma will have to defend against a squad hungry for a victory. As for Sonoma Valley, they will head out on the road to take on Napa at 4:00 p.m. on Wednesday.

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