Sadly, Morro Bay is still looking for their first win of the season after seven matches. They suffered a rough 20-10 defeat at the hands of the Santa Ynez Pirates on Thursday. One positive for Morro Bay, at least, is that this was the most points they've scored all season.
For Santa Ynez's part, they let Rylan Agin and Janeth Davalos loose on the outfield. Agin scored three runs and stole five bases while getting on base in all five of her plate appearances, while Davalos scored four runs and stole five bases while getting on base in four of her six plate appearances. The team also got some help courtesy of Maddie Cruickshank, who scored two runs and stole three bases while getting on base in four of her five plate appearances.
Morro Bay's loss dropped their record down to 0-7. As for Santa Ynez, their victory ended an eight-game drought on the road dating back to last season and puts them at 2-7.
Both teams will have to hit the road in their upcoming games. Morro Bay will face off against Santa Maria at 4:30 p.m. on Tuesday. Santa Maria is coming into the contest with three straight defeats at home, meaning Morro Bay will have to defend against a squad hungry for a win. As for Santa Ynez, they will head out on the road to challenge San Luis Obispo at 4:30 p.m. on Tuesday.
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