Hanford took a nine-run defeat the last time they faced off against Clovis West, but this time they managed to keep it close and that made all the difference. The Bullpups narrowly escaped with a victory as the team sidled past the Golden Eagles 3-1. For those keeping track at home, that's the closest win the Bullpups have posted since March 8, 2025.
Marissa Villarreal
| 03/30/26 vs Clovis West | 2 |
| 03/24/26 vs Hanford West | 1 |
| 03/10/26 @ Justin Garza | 1 |
| 03/07/26 vs Kerman | 0 |
| 03/04/26 vs Central East | 1 |
| + 2 more games |
Marissa Villarreal made a splash no matter where she played. She pitched six innings while giving up just one earned run off five hits. Villarreal was also big at the plate, going a perfect 2-for-2 with one RBI. That's the most hits she has posted since back in February.
Villarreal wasn't the only one making solid contact as three players wound up with at least one hit. One of them was Jazzmyn Rojas, who went 2-for-3 with one run and one RBI. Roxy Knight also deserves some recognition as she hit her first double of the season.
The victory snapped Hanford's losing streak at three games and leaves them with a 5-8 record. As for Clovis West, they have traveled a rocky road recently, having lost three of their last four matchups. That's put a noticeable dent in their 11-3 record this season.
Hanford wasted no time getting back out on the field and has already played their next game, a 12-0 loss against Madera on the 30th. As for Clovis West, they will be taking part in a tournament against Sanger at 3:00 p.m. on Tuesday.
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