Even though Temecula Prep scored an imposing 12 runs on Tuesday, Cornerstone Christian still came out on top. The Cornerstone Christian Crusaders skirted past the Temecula Prep Patriots 13-12. The win made it back-to-back victories for Cornerstone Christian.
Tamara Ocampo was a standout: she went 2-for-4 with a home run, three RBI, and two runs. Another player making a difference was Peyton Malatka, who went 3-for-4 with a home run and three runs.
On Temecula Prep's side, Kori Dawson was cooking despite her team's loss, getting on base in all four of her plate appearances with a home run, three runs, and two RBI. The team also got some help courtesy of Ava Winkowski, who scored two runs and stole a base while getting on base in three of her four plate appearances.
Cornerstone Christian's win was their fifth straight at home, which pushed their record up to 8-4. Those victories were due in large part to their hitting performance across that stretch, as they averaged 17.8 runs per game. As for Temecula Prep, their loss ended a three-game streak of away wins and brought them to 8-10.
Both teams will have to hit the road in their upcoming games. Cornerstone Christian will take on Redlands Adventist Academy at 2:00 p.m. on Friday. As for Temecula Prep, they will be staying on the road on Thursday to face off against San Jacinto Valley Academy at 3:30 p.m. One thing working in Temecula Prep's favor is that they have posted big run totals in their last three matchups.
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