Perris hasn't had much luck against Rancho Verde recently, but that could start to change on Tuesday. The Panthers will welcome the Mustangs at 3:15 p.m. Perris has given up an average of 13.8 runs per game this season, but Tuesday's game will give them a chance to turn things around.
Perris is headed into Tuesday's match looking for a big change in momentum after dropping their third straight game on Thursday. They lost 18-2 to Citrus Hill. That's two games in a row now that the Panthers have lost by exactly 16 runs.
Kimberly Santoyo was cooking despite her team's loss, going 1-for-3 with one triple, one run, and one RBI.
Meanwhile, Rancho Verde waltzed into their contest on Thursday with seven straight wins... but they left with eight. They put the hurt on the Vikings with a sharp 11-2 win. The Mustangs might be getting used to big wins seeing as the team has won 11 games by six runs or more this season.
Isabelle Sena spent all seven innings on the mound, and it's clear why: she surrendered only one earned (and one unearned) run on six hits and racked up seven Ks. She has been nothing but reliable: she hasn't given up more than two walks in ten consecutive appearances.
At the plate, Jaylen Anderson was incredible, getting on base in all five of her plate appearances with one home run, three runs, and four RBI. Those four RBI gave her a new career-high. The team also got some help courtesy of Khylee Dade, who went 2-for-3 with three runs, one stolen base, and one double.
Rancho Verde's victory was their tenth straight at home dating back to last season, which pushed their record up to 14-3. The home wins came thanks in part to their hitting performance across that stretch, as they averaged 10.2 runs over those games. As for Perris, their defeat dropped their record down to 4-9.
Tuesday's matchup might come down to which pitcher can control the ball better. Perris has hit smart this season, having averaged an OBP of .501. However, it's not like Rancho Verde struggles in that department as they've averaged .470. With both teams so capable at the plate, fans should be ready for an impressive hitting performance.
Perris suffered a grim 10-0 defeat to Rancho Verde when the teams last played on April 10th. Will the Panthers have more luck at home instead of on the road? Come back here after the game to get an analysis of the match and other softball content.
