Sunnyvale was not able to break out of their rough patch on Friday as the team picked up their third straight loss. They fell just short of the Ferris Yellowjackets by a score of 7-5. The result was an unpleasant reminder to Sunnyvale of the 4-2 defeat they experienced in the pair's previous head-to-head fixture back in March.
For Ferris' part, Landri Davis was a major factor no matter where she played. On the mound, she struck out nine batters over six innings while giving up just one earned (and four unearned) runs off eight hits. Davis was also solid in the batter's box, scoring two runs and stealing two bases while going 2-for-4.
In other pitching news, Katelyn Wayne looked comfortable as she tossed an inning while giving up no earned runs or hits (she also didn't allow any walks).
Back at the plate, the team relied heavily on Valorie Carrillo, who scored two runs and stole three bases while going 2-for-4. Carly Quiroz was another key contributor, scoring a run and stealing a base while going 1-for-4.
Sunnyvale's loss dropped their record down to 6-14-1. As for Ferris, their victory ended a six-game drought on the road dating back to last season and puts them at 11-14.
Both squads will have to hit the road in their upcoming games. Sunnyvale will square off against Caddo Mills at 6:30 p.m. on Thursday. As for Ferris, they will head out on the road to challenge Ranchview at 5:30 p.m. on Wednesday. Ranchview hasn't scored more than two runs for six games straight, a trend the team is eager to reverse.
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