Rio Linda never let their opponents score on Tuesday. Everything went their way against the El Camino Eagles as they made off with a 9-0 win. With that victory, the Knights brought their scoring average up to 6.1 runs per game.
Ayden Crawford
| 03/28/25 vs El Camino | 3 |
| 03/26/25 @ El Camino | 3 |
| 04/15/25 vs El Camino | 2 |
| 04/14/25 vs South Tahoe | 2 |
| 03/21/25 @ Destiny Christian Academy | 2 |
| + 6 more games |
Ayden Crawford was a major factor while hitting and pitching. He didn't allow a single earned run while striking out nine over six innings pitched. He has been consistent : he hasn't given up more than two walks in six consecutive appearances. He was also big at the plate, scoring two runs and stealing a base while going 1-for-3. He is becoming a predictor of Rio Linda's success: when he posts at least two runs the team is undefeated (and 7-8 when he doesn't).
In other batting news, the team relied heavily on Carlos Martinez, who scored two runs and stole two bases while going 2-for-4. What's more, he posted two RBI, the most he's had since back in March. Another player making a difference was Mathias Culp, who scored two runs and stole two bases while going 1-for-3.
The win made it two in a row for Rio Linda and bumps their season record up to 13-8. Those victories came thanks in part to their hitting performance across that stretch, as they averaged 12.0 runs over those games. As for El Camino, they have traveled a rocky road recently, having lost seven of their last eight matches. That's put a noticeable dent in their 5-16 record this season.
Rio Linda will square off against Casa Roble at 12:30 p.m. on Wednesday. The Knights' pitchers better be ready for this one: the Rams have averaged an impressive 7 runs per game this season. As for El Camino, they will look to defend their home field on Monday against Dixon at 4:15 p.m.
Article generated by infoSentience based on data entered on MaxPreps
