Blackhawks
| 04/29/25 @ Redlands | 19 |
| 03/04/25 vs Silverado | 18 |
| 03/28/25 @ Serrano | 16 |
| 02/25/25 @ Chino | 12 |
| 02/17/25 vs Oak Hills | 12 |
Citrus Valley had lost three games on the road, but after bumping their record up to 14-10 on Tuesday that streak is in the rearview. They blew past the Redlands Terriers 19-8. The Blackhawks' hitters stepped up their game for this one, as that was the most runs they've scored all season.
Citrus Valley got a great performance from Jaidyn Mendieta as she tossed 6.1 innings while giving up four earned (and two unearned) runs off six hits. The dominant performance also gave Mendieta a new career-high in strikeouts (five).
On the hitting side, Chloe Hearrell was a standout: she went 3-for-5 with five RBI, three doubles, and two runs. Those three doubles gave her a new career-high. Another player making a difference was Nevaeha Tarin, who fired off four doubles, three runs, and two RBI while going 4-for-6.
Citrus Valley kept the outfield on their toes and finished the game with 22 hits. That's the most hits they've managed all season.
As for Redlands, they have been struggling recently as they've lost 12 of their last 14 games. That's put a noticeable dent in their 4-16 record this season. They just can't catch a break and have now endured nine losses in a row.
On Redlands' side, Avery Andrade made the most of her time at bat despite the final result and got on base in three of her four plate appearances with two runs and one RBI. Sofia Akimoto was another key player, going 1-for-4 with one run, one double, and one RBI.
Looking ahead, Citrus Valley will be playing in front of their home fans against Beaumont at 4:00 p.m. on Thursday. The Cougars' pitching crew has only allowed 3.5 runs per game this season, so the Blackhawks' hitters will have their work cut out for them. As for Redlands, they will head out to face off against Cajon at 4:00 p.m. on Thursday.
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