It may have taken eight innings to finish the job, but Rio Mesa ultimately got the result they hoped for on Tuesday. They skirted past the San Marcos Royals 3-2. The Spartans have seen this before: they got the W the last time they saw the Royals, too.
Analia Lopez
| 03/10/26 @ San Marcos | 13 |
| 03/06/26 @ Oxnard | 7 |
| 03/03/26 vs Oxnard | 9 |
| 02/27/26 vs Simi Valley | 8 |
| 02/25/26 @ St. Bonaventure | 5 |
| 02/24/26 vs Santa Paula | 5 |
Analia Lopez spent all eight innings on the mound, and it's clear why: she surrendered just two earned runs on four hits and racked up 13 Ks. She has been consistent: she hasn't tossed less than five strikeouts in six consecutive appearances.
On the hitting side, Taylor Gallegos was excellent, going 1-for-3 with one triple and two RBI. That triple was her first of the season. Jazlynn Gonzalez was another key player, getting on base in three of her four plate appearances with two stolen bases and two runs.
Rio Mesa's record is now 4-2-1. As for San Marcos, their loss ended a three-game streak of wins at home and dropped them to 6-3.
Looking ahead, Rio Mesa will host Moorpark at 3:30 p.m. on Thursday. San Marcos will be paying especially close attention to the Spartans' game: after the Spartans face off against the Musketeers, they'll take on San Marcos again at 3:30 p.m. on Friday.
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