In what's become a running theme this season, Hamilton gave their fans yet another huge win on Wednesday. They put the hurt on the Sherman Indian Braves with a sharp 20-1 victory. Hamilton's hitters stepped up their game for this one, as that was the most runs they've scored all season.
Kaitlyn Barreto and Alexie Holt were a major factor while hitting and pitching. On the mound, Barreto pitched an inning while giving up just one earned run off one hit (she also didn't allow any walks). Meanwhile, Holt didn't allow a single earned run and only two hits while striking out eight over four innings pitched. At the plate, Barreto fired off two home runs, seven RBI, and three runs while going 4-for-4, while Holt scored three runs and stole three bases while getting on base in all five of her plate appearances. Holt is crushing it when it comes to stolen bases: she's stolen at least three every time she's taken the field this season.
In other batting news, Milinda Rayas was incredible, going 4-for-4 with a home run, four runs, and two stolen bases. Rayas is crushing it when it comes to stolen bases: she's stolen at least two every time she's taken the field this season. Misty Gearhart was another key contributor, scoring two runs and stealing a base while going 3-for-4.
The win (which was Hamilton's fourth in a row) raised their record to 6-4. Those good results were due in large part to their hitting performance across that stretch, as they averaged 16.3 runs per game. As for Sherman Indian, they haven't won a game yet this season and fell to 0-5.
Hamilton will have some time to savor their victory since their next game is a little ways off: they'll take on California School for the Deaf-Riverside at 3:30 p.m. on April 8th. As for Sherman Indian, they will head out on the road to challenge Nuview Bridge at 3:30 p.m. on Thursday.
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