Seton Catholic scored the most runs they've had all season on Tuesday, but it wasn't enough. They fell just short of the Mesquite Wildcats by a score of 14-13. Seton Catholic just can't catch a break and has now endured eight losses in a row.
Ali Ortega made the most of her time at bat despite the final result and went 3-for-4 with a home run, six RBI, and four runs. Lexi Walper was another key contributor, scoring a run while going 2-for-4.
On Mesquite's side, Desirae Arellano was a major factor no matter where she played. She struck out six batters over 6.1 innings while giving up just two earned (and five unearned) runs off nine hits. Arellano was also big at the plate, getting on base in five of her six plate appearances with.
In other batting news, the team relied heavily on Zoe Cuevas, who scored two runs while going 4-for-6. Another player making a difference was Olivia Romans, who went 2-for-5 with a triple, a run, and an RBI.
Seton Catholic's defeat dropped their record down to 4-16. As for Mesquite, the victory made it two in a row for them and bumps their season record up to 8-12.
Seton Catholic will head out on the road to face off against Marcos de Niza at 3:45 p.m. on Friday. As for Mesquite, they will be playing at home against American Leadership Academy - Gilbert North at 3:45 p.m. on Thursday. Mesquite is facing American Leadership Academy - Gilbert North at the right time seeing as American Leadership Academy - Gilbert North is stuck on a nine-game losing streak.
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