Montebello had lost three straight at home, but on Thursday they dropped their record down to 4-14 to make it four. They lost 24-0 to the Schurr Spartans. While getting shut out isn't ideal, the Oilers haven't been shut out since back in March.
As for Schurr, they have been performing incredibly well recently as they've won 13 of their last 15 games. That's provided a nice bump to their 20-5-1 record this season. The victories came thanks in part to their pitching effort, having only surrendered 2.2 runs on average over those games.
For Schurr's part, Amanda Gonzalez and Sophia De Santiago were major factors while hitting and pitching. On the mound, Gonzalez pitched 1.2 innings while giving up no earned runs off one hit. Meanwhile, De Santiago tossed three innings while giving up no earned runs off two hits. Gonzalez has been consistent: she hasn't given up more than two walks in six consecutive appearances. At bat, Gonzalez went 1-for-5 with two RBI, one run, and one double, while De Santiago went a perfect 3-for-3 with one triple, one stolen base, and two RBI. That's the most hits De Santiago has posted since back in March.
In other batting news, Mia Gonzales was a standout: she went 4-for-6 with one home run, three runs, and four RBI. Those four hits gave her a new career-high. Another player making a difference was Angela Perez, who got on base in all four of her plate appearances with four runs, two stolen bases, and three RBI.
Both squads will have to hit the road in their upcoming games. Montebello will square off against Glenn at 10:00 a.m. on Saturday. As for Schurr, they will face off against South Hills at 3:30 p.m. on Monday.
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