Nevada Union had lost six straight at home dating back to last season, but on Tuesday they dropped down to 2-9 to make it seven. They lost 14-3 to the Yuba City Honkers. The result was an unpleasant reminder to the Miners of the 24-2 loss they experienced in the pair's previous head-to-head fixture back in May of 2025.
As for Yuba City, the win got them back to even at 7-7. The result was nothing new for the Honkers, who have now won five matchups by six runs or more so far this season.
For Yuba City's part, Maddison Stead was a major factor while hitting and pitching. She looked comfortable on the mound, striking out seven batters over eight innings while giving up just two earned (and one unearned) runs off eight hits. Stead was also stellar in the batter's box, firing off two home runs, six RBI, and three runs while going 4-for-4. That's the most hits she has posted since back in March of 2025.
Nevada Union wasted no time getting back out on the field and has already played their next game, a 12-10 defeat against Bear River on the 18th. As for Yuba City, they also didn't take long to hit the field again: they've already played their next contest, a 12-6 victory against Del Campo on the 19th.
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