Carlmont extended their losing streak to seven on Thursday, dropping their season record down to 5-16 in the process. They fell 10-7 to the Burlingame Panthers. That's two games in a row now that the Scots have lost by exactly three runs.
Emma Gonnikman was cooking despite her team's loss, going a perfect 2-for-2 with one run, one double, and one RBI.
As for Burlingame, the win was the third in a row for them, bringing their record up to 6-10. The game was the first time they have beaten Carlmont on their field since May 26, 2021.
On Burlingame's side, Kiley Lyons made a splash while hitting and pitching. On the mound, she tossed four innings while giving up just two earned (and three unearned) runs off six hits. Lyons has been consistent: she hasn't given up more than two walks in five consecutive appearances. She was also solid in the batter's box, getting on base in three of her five plate appearances with one double and one RBI.
In other batting news, the team relied heavily on Madeline Koo, who got on base in all five of her plate appearances with three stolen bases, three runs, and one double. Another player making a difference was Kendall Gorshen, who got on base in three of her five plate appearances with one run and one RBI.
Both squads are looking forward to the support of their home crowds in their upcoming games. Carlmont will square off against Aragon at 4:00 p.m. on Tuesday. As for Burlingame, they will look to defend their home field on Tuesday against Capuchino at 4:00 p.m. The Mustangs' pitching crew has only allowed 3.2 runs per game this season, so the Panthers' hitters will have their work cut out for them.
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