Homestead had lost three straight at home, but on Friday they dropped down to 15-8 to make it four. They fell just short of the Los Altos Eagles by a score of 3-2. The Mustangs were not able to repeat the success they had when they faced the Eagles earlier this season, when they won 7-1.
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Mackenzie Smith spent all seven innings on the mound, and it's clear why: she surrendered only one earned (and two unearned) runs on six hits and racked up six Ks. She has been nothing but reliable: she hasn't given up more than one earned run in three consecutive appearances.
At the plate, Lilly Markines and Cierra Hagan stepped up to the plate in a big way. Markines went 2-for-3 with one stolen base, one double, and one RBI, while Hagan went 1-for-4 with one home run.
As for Los Altos, the victory got them back to even at 10-10-2. For those keeping track at home, that's the closest win they have posted since March 4, 2025.
On Los Altos' side, they also let their pitcher toss all seven innings and she was also dialed-in: Chloe Caldbeck gave up only one earned (and one unearned) run on six hits.
On the hitting side, Makayla Mase was excellent, going 1-for-3 with two stolen bases and two runs. Another player making a difference was Isabella Cirimele, who went 1-for-3 with two stolen bases and two RBI.
Both squads are looking forward to the support of their home crowds in their upcoming games. Homestead will square off against Fremont at 4:00 p.m. on Tuesday. The Mustangs' pitchers better be ready for this one: the Firebirds have averaged an impressive 8.6 runs per game this season. As for Los Altos, they will challenge Mountain View at 4:00 p.m. on Wednesday.
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