Del Mar extended their losing streak (dating back to last season) to 14 on Tuesday, dropping them down to 0-12. They came up short against the Pioneer Mustangs, falling 16-3. The result was an unpleasant reminder to the Dons of the 12-2 defeat they experienced in the pair's previous head-to-head fixture back in May of 2025.
As for Pioneer, their victory bumped their record up to 5-9. Considering they have won five matchups by more than five runs this season, Tuesday's blowout was nothing new.
For Pioneer's part, Leilah Ortiz was a major factor while hitting and pitching. She struck out ten batters over five innings while giving up just two earned (and one unearned) runs off three hits. Those ten strikeouts gave Ortiz a new career-high. She was also big at the plate, getting on base in four of her five plate appearances with two runs, one stolen base, and one RBI.
In other batting news, Gizelle Ortiz was incredible, going a perfect 4-for-4 with four stolen bases, three runs, and three RBI. Those three RBI gave her a new career-high. Kassandra Andalon was another key player, going 3-for-4 with three runs, three RBI, and one double.
Coming up, Del Mar will challenge Leland at 4:00 p.m. on Thursday. The Dons' pitchers better be ready for this one: the Chargers have averaged an impressive 12 runs per game this season. As for Pioneer, they will host Independence at 4:00 p.m. on Thursday. The 76ers have struggled to contain batters this season (they've allowed 7.8 runs per game on average), something the Mustangs will no doubt try to take advantage of.
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