Rancho Verde had to endure a three-game losing streak, but that streak is no more. They sure made it a nail-biter, but they managed to escape with a 17-16 victory over the Moreno Valley Vikings on Wednesday. The win was just what Rancho Verde needed coming off of a 16-4 loss in their prior matchup.
Jaylen Anderson was incredible, scoring four runs while going 3-for-5. The team also got some help courtesy of Cameryn Waysz, who scored two runs while going 2-for-5.
On Moreno Valley's side, Lia Sandoval led a balanced group of hitters, going 4-for-6 with four RBI, two doubles, and a triple. Sophia Miramontes was another key contributor, scoring three runs while going 5-for-5.
Even though they lost, Moreno Valley was hitting in the corners and finished the game with four triples. They easily outclassed their opponents in that department as Rancho Verde only hit no.
Rancho Verde's victory bumped their record up to 9-6. As for Moreno Valley, their defeat ended a four-game streak of wins at home and dropped them to 12-5.
Rancho Verde will head out on the road to square off against Rancho Christian at 4:30 p.m. on Friday. Rancho Verde is strutting in with some hitting muscle, as they've averaged 11.3 runs per game this season. As for Moreno Valley, they will be playing in front of their home fans against Canyon Springs at 3:15 p.m. on Friday. One thing working in Moreno Valley's favor is that they have posted big run totals in their last three games.
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