Jesters
| 03/25/25 vs Paraclete | 10-9 |
| 03/22/25 vs Foothill | 4-2 |
| 03/22/25 @ Valencia | 10-1 |
Saint Joseph hadn't done well against Paraclete recently (they were 0-5 in their previous five matchups), but they didn't let the past get in their way on Tuesday. Saint Joseph narrowly escaped with a victory as the squad sidled past Paraclete 10-9. Winning may never get old, but the Jesters sure are getting used to it with their third in a row.
Eris Garcia was a major factor no matter where she played. On the mound, she tossed 5.1 innings while giving up just two earned (and two unearned) runs off six hits. She has been nothing but reliable: she hasn't given up more than one walk in seven consecutive appearances. She was even better at the plate, going 2-for-4 with one home run and four RBI. That's the most RBI she has posted since back in April of 2024.
In other batting news, the team relied heavily on Morgan Mora, who went 1-for-4 with three RBI, two runs, and one triple. That's the most runs she has posted since back in February. The team also got some help courtesy of Breanna Ochoa, who scored two runs and stole a base while getting on base in four of her five plate appearances.
Saint Joseph's win was their first in the league, bumping their league record up to 1-3 and their overall record up to 7-5. As for Paraclete, their defeat was their first of the season and makes their record 13-1-1.
Looking ahead, Saint Joseph will take on Bishop Amat at 3:15 p.m. on Thursday. Saint Joseph's pitchers better be ready for this one: Bishop Amat has averaged an impressive 6.9 runs per game this season. As for Paraclete, they will face off against Tehachapi at 3:15 p.m. on Thursday. Both teams are headed into the matchup with plenty of momentum (Paraclete has won 18 straight at home dating back to last season, while Tehachapi won three straight on the road), something that'll have to change.
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