In what's become a running theme this season, Chowchilla gave their fans yet another huge victory on Tuesday. They were the clear victor by a 12-3 margin over the Shafter Generals. The win was just what Chowchilla needed coming off of an 8-2 loss in their prior match.
Lexyss Sabin was a major factor while hitting and pitching. She looked comfortable on the mound, striking out six batters over four innings while giving up just two earned runs off six hits. Sabin has been nothing but reliable: she hasn't given up more than two walks in three consecutive pitching appearances. Sabin was also big at the plate, scoring a run while going 2-for-4.
In other batting news, Briana Guardado was incredible, going 1-for-4 with a home run, four RBI, and two runs. Another player making a difference was Heaven Moore, who scored two runs while going 4-for-5.
On Shafter's side, Emily Pugh made the most of her time at bat despite the final result and scored two runs while going 3-for-4. The team also got some help courtesy of Marley Munoz, who went 2-for-4 with a triple and a run.
Chowchilla's victory bumped their record up to 8-5. As for Shafter, they are on a three-game losing streak that has dropped them down to 9-6-1.
Chowchilla is on the road again on Thursday to play Edison at 5:30 p.m. Chowchilla is strutting in with some hitting muscle, as they've averaged 6.8 runs per game this season. As for Shafter, they will look to defend their home field on Tuesday against McFarland at 6:00 p.m. Shafter is strutting in with some hitting muscle, as they've averaged 6.9 runs per game this season.
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