Softball Recap: Everett Alvarez Eagles vs. Hollister Haybalers
Everett Alvarez was not able to break out of their rough patch on Monday as the team picked up their fourth straight loss. They fell 6-1 to the Hollister Haybalers. The result was an unpleasant reminder to Everett Alvarez of the 5-0 defeat they experienced in the pair's previous head-to-head fixture back in March.
Dani Amendola spent all seven innings on the mound, and it's clear why: she surrendered just two earned (and four unearned) runs on nine hits and racked up nine Ks. She has been nothing but reliable: she hasn't pitched less than five innings in eight consecutive pitching appearances.
On the hitting side, Everett Alvarez saw three different players step up and record at least one hit. One of them was Michelle Wallace, who went 2-for-3 with a double and an RBI.
Even though they lost, Everett Alvarez didn't let batters stay on the plate for long and finished the game with nine strikeouts. They easily outclassed their opponents in that department as Hollister only tossed four.
On Hollister's side, Eliana Hatchett looked comfortable as she pitched an inning while giving up no earned runs or hits.
At the plate, Dominique Oliveira was a standout: she scored a run while going 3-for-4. Avery Chavez was another key contributor, scoring a run and stealing two bases while going 2-for-3.
Everett Alvarez's loss dropped their record down to 11-11. As for Hollister, the win (which was their sixth in a row) raised their record to 15-2.
Everett Alvarez will head out on the road to square off against Salinas at 5:00 p.m. on Thursday. Both teams have allowed few runs on average, (Salinas: 2.8, Everett Alvarez: 3.2) so any runs scored will be well earned. As for Hollister, they will be playing in front of their home fans against North Salinas at 6:00 p.m. on Thursday. North Salinas is coming into the match with five straight defeats on the road, meaning Hollister will have to defend against a squad hungry for a victory.
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