With a playoff game on the line, Maria Carrillo rose to the challenge on Tuesday. Everything went their way against the Pinole Valley Spartans as they made off with a 16-6 victory. Maria Carrillo's hitters stepped up their game for this one, as that was the most runs they've scored all season.
Rachaely Yaya was incredible, going 3-for-4 with a home run, three runs, and three RBI. Another player making a difference was Isabella Tapia, who scored two runs while going 3-for-5.
On Pinole Valley's side, Gabriella Ornelas was cooking despite her team's loss, scoring a run while going 2-for-2. The team also got some help courtesy of Julissa Sanchez, who scored two runs while going 1-for-2.
Maria Carrillo's win bumped their record up to 12-9-1. As for Pinole Valley, their loss was their third straight on the road, which dropped their record down to 10-10-1.
Maria Carrillo will look to defend their home field on Friday against Kennedy at 5:00 p.m. The last three games Kennedy has played have been within two runs, so don't be surprised if it's a close one. Pinole Valley does not have any more games scheduled as of now.
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