Napa had lost 15 straight on the road dating back to last season, but on Wednesday they dropped down to 3-16 to make it 16. They came up short against the Petaluma Trojans, falling 16-5. Unfortunately, that's the second time they've come up short against the Trojans this season, as they also lost their prior matchup 13-2 on April 3rd.
Carlee Daniels was cooking despite her team's loss, going 1-for-2 with two runs, one double, and one RBI. Sophia Tavizon also deserves some recognition as she hit her first triple of the season.
As for Petaluma, they are on a roll lately: they've won three of their last four matchups. That's provided a nice bump to their 12-8-1 record this season. The result was nothing new for Petaluma, who have now won eight contests by six runs or more so far this season.
On Petaluma's side, Gianna Cantieri tossed a big game, tossing five innings while giving up just one earned (and four unearned) runs off ten hits. Cantieri has been consistent: she hasn't given up more than two walks in five consecutive appearances.
On the hitting side, Bella Hudson was incredible, going a perfect 4-for-4 with three runs, three RBI, and one triple. Those four hits gave her a new career-high. The team also got some help courtesy of Lauren Wilson, who went 2-for-3 with three runs and three RBI.
Coming up, Napa will welcome Sonoma Valley at 2:00 p.m. on Thursday. The Grizzlies' pitchers better be ready for this one: the Dragons have averaged an impressive 6.2 runs per game this season. As for Petaluma, they will head out on the road to square off against American Canyon at 4:30 p.m. on Friday. The Wolves' pitching crew has only allowed 3.5 runs per game this season, so the Trojans' hitters will have their work cut out for them.
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