Justin-Siena had lost four straight at home, but on Thursday they dropped their record down to 2-11 to make it five. They fell just short of the Bethel Jaguars by a score of 14-12. The Braves were not able to repeat the success they had when they faced the Jaguars earlier this season, when they won 25-9.
Dakota Tinsley made the most of her time at bat despite the final result and got on base in all five of her plate appearances with two stolen bases, two runs, and one double. Another player making a difference was Caiden Grimmer, who got on base in three of her five plate appearances with three stolen bases, two runs, and one double.
As for Bethel, their win bumped their record up to 4-14-1. For those keeping track at home, that's the closest victory they have posted since March 20, 2024.
On Bethel's side, the team relied heavily on Arry Duran, who went 4-for-5 with two stolen bases, three runs, and three RBI. The dominant performance also gave Duran a new career-high in doubles (two). Mia Espinoza was another key player, going 2-for-4 with four RBI, two runs, and one stolen base.
Both squads will have to hit the road in their upcoming games. Justin-Siena will face off against Napa at 4:00 p.m. on Friday. The Braves are facing the Grizzlies at the right time seeing as the Grizzlies are stuck on a four-game losing streak. As for Bethel, they will square off against Vallejo at 4:00 p.m. on Monday.
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