It can be hard to translate regular season success to the playoffs, but Carlsbad had no problem doing just that on Wednesday. They had just enough and edged the Steele Canyon Cougars out 8-7. The win was familiar territory for Carlsbad who now have four in a row.
Aubrey Tamayo spent all nine innings on the mound, and it's clear why: she surrendered six earned (and one unearned) runs on 12 hits. She has been consistent recently: she hasn't pitched less than five innings in 11 consecutive pitching appearances.
On the hitting side, Gabby Nevarez was a standout: she scored two runs while getting on base in four of her six plate appearances. Emerson Jarrard was another key contributor, scoring a run while going 2-for-5.
On Steele Canyon's side, they also let their pitcher toss all nine innings and she was also dialed-in: Marina Gonzalez gave up five earned (and three unearned) runs on 13 hits and racked up six Ks.
At the plate, Lauren Becker led a balanced group of hitters, going 1-for-5 with a home run and two RBI. Another player making a difference was Bailey Evans, who scored a run while going 3-for-4.
Carlsbad pushed their record up to 16-11 with that victory, which was their third straight at home. As for Steele Canyon, their loss dropped their record down to 18-7-1.
Carlsbad does not have any more games scheduled as of now. As for Steele Canyon, they will look to defend their home field on Friday against Rancho Buena Vista at 3:30 p.m. Rancho Buena Vista's pitching crew has only allowed 3.2 runs per game this season, so Steele Canyon's hitters will have their work cut out for them.
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