Justin-Siena had lost six straight at home, but on Wednesday they dropped their record down to 2-15 to make it seven. They came up short against the Petaluma Trojans, falling 19-2. Unfortunately, that's the second time they've come up short against the Trojans this season, as they also lost their prior matchup 16-2 back in April.
Justin-Siena saw three different players step up and record at least one hit. One of them was Ale Guerrero, who went 2-for-3 with one stolen base, one run, and one double.
As for Petaluma, the victory was the third in a row for them, bringing their record up to 16-6. Their hitters stepped up their game for this one, as that was the most runs they've scored all season.
On Petaluma's side, Taylor Cook looked comfortable as she didn't allow a single earned run over four innings pitched. Cook has been consistent: she hasn't given up more than two walks in seven consecutive appearances.
At the plate, the team relied heavily on Lauren Wilson, who fired off two home runs, eight RBI, and three runs while going 3-for-4. Those eight RBI gave her a new career-high. Harper Miles also deserves some recognition as she launched her first home run of the season.
We've got plenty of inter-league action coming up soon. Justin-Siena is set to take on their familiar foe Sonoma Valley at 3:45 p.m. on Friday. Meanwhile, Petaluma will square off against rival Vintage at 4:00 p.m. on Friday. The two teams have allowed few runs on average (the Trojans 3, the Crushers 2) so any runs scored will be well earned.
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