Westridge extended their losing streak to five on Thursday, dropping their season record down to 4-7-1 in the process. They came up short against the Rio Hondo Prep Kares, falling 19-9. Unfortunately, that's the second time they've come up short against the Kares this season, as they also lost their prior matchup 16-3 back in March.
Marysa Ybarra was cooking despite her team's loss, going 3-for-4 with one home run, three RBI, and two runs. Another player making a difference was Danika Vargas, who went 3-for-4 with one stolen base, one run, and one double.
As for Rio Hondo Prep, they have been performing well recently as they've won five of their last six matchups. That's provided a nice bump to their 11-4 record this season. The victories came thanks in part to their hitting performance across that stretch, as they averaged 12.0 runs over those games.
On Rio Hondo Prep's side, RYEN COVEY was incredible, going 2-for-4 with four runs, three RBI, and one double. Those four runs gave COVEY a new career-high. The team also got some help courtesy of EVONNY ORTEGA, who got on base in three of her five plate appearances with two stolen bases, two runs, and one RBI.
Both teams are looking forward to the support of their home crowds in their upcoming games. Westridge will challenge Ramona Convent at 3:30 p.m. on Wednesday. Westridge's pitchers better be ready for this one: Ramona Convent has averaged an impressive 9.6 runs per game this season. As for Rio Hondo Prep, they will face off against Bishop Conaty-Loretto at 11:00 a.m. on Friday.
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