Kimball was not able to break out of their rough patch on Tuesday as the team picked up their third straight loss. They fell 9-6 to the Central Catholic Raiders. The result was an unpleasant reminder to Kimball of the 7-2 defeat they experienced in the pair's previous head-to-head fixture back in May of 2023.
Bianca Quintero was cooking despite her team's loss, scoring a run while going 3-for-4. Elysia Duarte was another key contributor, scoring two runs and stealing a base while going 2-for-4.
On Central Catholic's side, Stephanie Garcia tossed a big game, tossing seven innings while giving up four earned (and two unearned) runs off ten hits (she also only allowed one walk). Garcia has been consistent recently: she hasn't given up a single walk in five consecutive pitching appearances.
At the plate, Emry Couch was a standout: she went 2-for-4 with a triple, two RBI, and a run. Another player making a difference was Miranda "Mo" Temple, who scored two runs while going 1-for-2.
Kimball's loss dropped their record down to 5-4. As for Central Catholic, their win was their 12th straight at home dating back to last season, which pushed their record up to 10-2.
Both teams will have to hit the road in their upcoming games. Kimball will face off against Livermore at 4:00 p.m. on Tuesday. As for Central Catholic, they will head out on the road to square off against Manteca at 4:00 p.m. on Thursday. Manteca will roll in looking for their seventh straight victory, something Central Catholic surely won't give up without a fight.
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