Sonora won the last time they faced Yorba Linda and things went their way on Thursday too. The Raiders came out on top against the Mustangs by a score of 11-6. The victory was some much needed relief for the Raiders as it spelled an end to their three-game losing streak.
Anela Quinones made a splash while hitting and pitching. She didn't allow a single earned run and allowed only two hits over four innings pitched. She has been nothing but reliable on the mound: she hasn't given up more than one walk in eight consecutive appearances. She was also big at the plate, going 2-for-4 with one home run and two runs.
In other batting news, the team relied heavily on Samantha Jaimes, who went 3-for-5 with two triples, three RBI, and two runs. That's the most runs she has posted since back in March. Savannah Saiza was another key player, going 2-for-4 with one home run, two RBI, and one double.
Raiders
| 05/01/25 @ Yorba Linda | 4 |
| 04/10/25 vs Villa Park | 3 |
| 03/01/25 vs Woodrow Wilson | 3 |
| 04/22/25 @ Sunny Hills | 2 |
| 04/17/25 @ El Dorado | 1 |
Sonora lost a few balls and finished the game with four home runs. That's the most home runs they've managed all season.
Sonora's record now sits at 16-8. As for Yorba Linda, they have been struggling recently as they've lost three of their last four contests. That's put a noticeable dent in their 12-12 record this season.
Both squads are looking forward to the support of their home crowds in their upcoming games. Sonora will take on El Dorado at 3:30 p.m. on Tuesday. The two teams have allowed few runs on average (the Raiders 3.8, the Golden Hawks 2.4) so any runs scored will be well earned. As for Yorba Linda, they will challenge Crean Lutheran at 3:15 p.m. on Tuesday. The Mustangs are facing the Saints at the right time seeing as the Saints are stuck on a 13-game losing streak.
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