Hesperia extended their losing streak to ten on Friday, dropping their season record down to 5-17-1 in the process. They lost 25-1 to the Apple Valley Sun Devils. Unfortunately, that's the second time they've come up short against the Sun Devils this season, as they also lost their prior matchup 22-3 on April 8th.
Hesperia saw five different players step up and record at least one hit. One of them was Malena Griego, who went 1-for-2 with one run and one double.
As for Apple Valley, their record is now 12-7-1. They might be getting used to big wins seeing as the team has won nine games by six runs or more this season.
On Apple Valley's side, Maci Case and Brynne Johnson were major factors while hitting and pitching. Throwing, Case tossed three innings while giving up just one earned run off two hits. Meanwhile, Johnson pitched two innings while giving up no earned runs off two hits. Case has been consistent: she hasn't given up more than one walk in six consecutive appearances. At bat, Case went 2-for-3 with two RBI and one run, while Johnson went a perfect 5-for-5 with four runs, one stolen base, and one RBI. Those five hits gave Johnson a new career-high.
In other batting news, Samantha Dollar was incredible, going 4-for-5 with four runs, three RBI, and one double. That's the most RBI she has posted since back in April of 2024. Brooke Johnson was another key player, going 2-for-4 with one home run and three RBI.
When Hesperia and Apple Valley next hit the field, they'll be up against teams who recently just can't seem to lose. The Scorpions will try to stop Sultana's six-game winning streak when they meet at 3:15 p.m. on Tuesday. Meanwhile, Apple Valley will square off against Granite Hills and their four-game winning streak at 3:15 p.m. on Monday.
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