Kellis extended their losing streak to 11 on Thursday, dropping their season record down to 4-15 in the process. They lost 16-0 to the Sunrise Mountain Mustangs. Unfortunately, that's the second time they've come up short against the Mustangs this season, as they also lost their prior matchup 18-2 on Tuesday.
Kellis saw five different players step up and record at least one hit. One of them was Giselle Ornelas, who went 1-for-2 with one double.
As for Sunrise Mountain, they have been performing well recently as they've won six of their last eight matches. That's provided a nice bump to their 17-10 record this season. They might be getting used to big wins seeing as the team has won 13 contests by six runs or more this season.
On Sunrise Mountain's side, Mackenzie Catalanotte made a big impact no matter where she played. She looked comfortable on the mound, not allowing a single earned run over four innings pitched. Catalanotte has been consistent recently: she hasn't given up more than two walks in three consecutive appearances. She was also solid in the batter's box, going 2-for-3 with one stolen base, two RBI, and one run. That stolen base marked the first that she has snagged this season.
In other batting news, the team relied heavily on Kaelani Paulino, who went 2-for-3 with four RBI, two runs, and one double. She has been hot recently, having posted four or more RBI the last three times she's played. Baylee Wallace was another key player, going a perfect 2-for-2 with two runs and two RBI.
Looking ahead, Kellis will look to defend their home field on Monday against Westview at 3:45 p.m. As for Sunrise Mountain, they will head out on the road to face off against Horizon at 5:00 p.m. on Monday.
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