Eastside Early College's game on Friday was a loss, but they didn't let that memory haunt them on Saturday. They were the clear victor by a 25-0 margin over the Austin Achieve Polar Bears. That looming 25-0 mark stands out as the most commanding margin for the Panthers yet this season.
Mikaela Montoya and Izzy Perez made a big impact no matter where they played. On the mound, Montoya struck out six batters over two innings while giving up no earned runs or hits (and not a single walk). Meanwhile, Perez pitched one inning while giving up no earned runs or hits. At the plate, Montoya went 1-for-2 with one home run, four RBI, and two runs, while Perez went 2-for-3 with one home run, three runs, and three RBI. That home run marked the first that Perez launched this season.
In other batting news, Evy Leon and Brianna Fisher did most of the damage at the plate: Leon scored four runs and stole Two bases. while going 2-for-3, while Fisher went 1-for-3 with six RBI, three runs, and one triple. Leon also hit a double, marking her first of the season. Hannalicia Hernandez was another key player, scoring two runs and stealing a base while going 2-for-3.
Eastside Early College lost a few balls and finished the game with three home runs. That's the most home runs they've posted since the start of last season.
Eastside Early College's record is now 3-4. As for Austin Achieve, they are on a three-game losing streak that has dropped them down to 0-3.
Eastside Early College will have some time to savor their victory since their next game is a little ways off: they'll take on LBJ Austin at 5:30 p.m. on March 25th. Austin Achieve will also get a bit of a break before their next matchup: they'll face off against Manor New Tech at 6:00 p.m. on March 28th.
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