Terra Linda extended their losing streak to 13 on Wednesday, dropping their season record down to 8-13 in the process. They lost 18-1 to the Redwood Giants. Unfortunately, that's the second time they've come up short against the Giants this season, as they also lost their prior matchup 18-5 back in April.
As for Redwood, they have been performing well recently as they've won five of their last six matches. That's provided a nice bump to their 15-8 record this season. The result was nothing new for Redwood, who have now won nine games by six runs or more so far this season.
For Redwood's part, Lily Cox was a major factor no matter where she played. She tossed four innings while giving up just one earned run off two hits. What's more, Cox posted five strikeouts, the most she's had since back in March. She was also big at the plate, going 3-for-4 with three RBI and one run.
In other batting news, Redwood got a big performance out of Hailey Carlton, who got on base in all four of her plate appearances with three runs and two RBI. Those three runs gave Carlton a new career-high. Gia Meyers was another key player, going 1-for-3 with two runs, one stolen base, and one double.
Looking ahead, Terra Linda is taking a road trip to square off against Pinole Valley at 4:30 p.m. on Thursday. The Spartans' pitching crew has only allowed 3.2 runs per game this season, so the Trojans' hitters will have their work cut out for them. As for Redwood, they will venture away from home to take on American Canyon at 4:00 p.m. on Friday. The Giants' pitchers better be ready for this one: the Wolves have averaged an impressive 6.6 runs per game this season.
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