Lucerne Valley extended their losing streak to three on Tuesday, dropping them down to 2-6. They came up short against Cobalt Institute of Math & Science Academy, falling 31-9. Unfortunately, that's the second time they've come up short against Cobalt Institute of Math & Science Academy this season, as they also lost their prior matchup 21-1 back in March.
Miranda Navarette stepped up to lead a balanced group of hitters: she got on base in three of her four plate appearances with two stolen bases, one run, and one RBI. Amaya Kelly was another key player, getting on base in three of her four plate appearances with two stolen bases and two runs.
As for Cobalt Institute of Math & Science Academy, their win bumped their record up to 3-6. Their hitters stepped up their game for this one, as that was the most runs they've scored all season.
On Cobalt Institute of Math & Science Academy's side, Mia Higareda was a major factor no matter where she played. She looked comfortable on the mound, pitching one inning while giving up no earned runs or hits. Higareda was even better at the plate, getting on base in four of her six plate appearances with five runs, three RBI, and one double. Those five runs gave her a new career-high.
In other batting news, Reagan Farrand was a standout: she went 4-for-6 with seven RBI, three runs, and one triple. Those seven RBI gave her a new career-high. Another player making a difference was Madelyn Macias, who got on base in four of her six plate appearances with three stolen bases, five runs, and one triple.
While Lucerne Valley had to take the loss, they won't have to wait long to give it another shot: the pair's next game is a rematch scheduled at 3:15 p.m. on Friday.
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