Redding Christian had lost four straight on the road, but on Thursday they dropped down to 1-9 to make it five. They came up short against the Chester Volcanoes, falling 17-0. The Lions were not able to make up for their defeat to the Volcanoes from their previous meeting back in May of 2025.
As for Chester, the victory was the third in a row for them, bringing their record up to 13-7. They might be getting used to big wins seeing as the team has won 12 matchups by seven runs or more this season.
For Chester's part, Hailey Delong was a major factor no matter where she played. She looked comfortable on the mound, keeping things locked down with no earned runs or hits while striking out 12 over five innings pitched. Delong has been nothing but reliable: she hasn't given up more than two walks in seven consecutive appearances. She was also big at the plate, getting on base in three of her four plate appearances with three stolen bases, three runs, and three RBI. That's the most stolen bases she has posted since back in March.
In other batting news, Jenna Schlueter was incredible, going a perfect 4-for-4 with three stolen bases, four RBI, and two doubles. That's the most hits she has posted since back in March. The team also got some help courtesy of Addisen Nashlund, who went a perfect 1-for-1 with one triple, two RBI, and one run.
Coincidentally, Redding Christian and Chester will both be playing Burney the next time they take the field. The Volcanoes will head out to face the Raiders at 4:00 p.m. on Monday, while the Lions will host them at 4:00 p.m. on Tuesday.
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