Eastside extended their postseason success on Tuesday against Lennox Academy. They were the clear victor by a 16-4 margin over the Lennox Academy Panthers. The result was nothing new for Eastside, who have now won 19 contests by six runs or more so far this season.
Hailey Lavendier was a major factor while hitting and pitching. On the mound, she struck out 12 batters over five innings while giving up three earned (and one unearned) runs off six hits. Lavendier has been consistent recently: she hasn't pitched less than five innings in five consecutive pitching appearances. Lavendier was also big at the plate, scoring two runs while going 4-for-4.
In other batting news, Aprill Medrano was a standout: she went 3-for-4 with a home run, three runs, and three RBI. Another player making a difference was Bethanie Jimenez, who scored four runs and stole a base while going 4-for-4.
On Lennox Academy's side, Valeria Lopez was cooking despite her team's loss, scoring a run while going 2-for-3.
Eastside has been performing well recently as they've won six of their last eight matchups, which provided a nice bump to their 20-10 record this season. As for Lennox Academy, their loss dropped their record down to 14-4.
Eastside will square off against Cathedral City at 3:15 p.m. on Thursday. Cathedral City is strutting in with some hitting muscle as they've averaged 9.1 runs per game this season. Lennox Academy does not have any more games scheduled as of now.
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