San Jacinto Valley Academy stacked a 12th blowout win onto their ever-increasing hoard on Monday. They blew past the Banning Broncos 17-7. The win was familiar territory for San Jacinto Valley Academy who now have three in a row.
Avalika Arana was a major factor no matter where she played. She looked comfortable on the mound, tossing six innings while giving up three earned (and four unearned) runs off eight hits (she also only allowed one walk). Arana was also big at the plate, scoring a run while going 2-for-4.
In other batting news, Priscilla Bidriezca was a standout: she got on base in four of her five plate appearances with two stolen bases, three runs, and four RBI. Eleanor Stroffolino was another key contributor, scoring four runs and stealing two bases while getting on base in four of her five plate appearances.
On Banning's side, Nicelle Soriano made the most of her time at bat despite the final result and scored two runs and stole a base while going 2-for-4. The team also got some help courtesy of Ja?Lynn Haywood, who went 2-for-3 with a home run and a triple.
Even though they lost, Banning lost a few balls and finished the game with three home runs. That's the most home runs they've managed all season.
San Jacinto Valley Academy has been performing incredibly well recently as they've won 12 of their last 13 matches, which provided a massive bump to their 13-6 record this season. As for Banning, their defeat was their fifth straight on the road, which dropped their record down to 4-11.
San Jacinto Valley Academy will look to defend their home field on Thursday against Temecula Prep at 3:30 p.m. As for Banning, they will head out on the road to face off against Desert Mirage at 3:30 p.m. on Tuesday.
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