Marshall extended their losing streak (dating back to last season) to 19 on Wednesday, dropping their season record down to 0-16 in the process. They came up short against South El Monte, falling 16-1. Having soared to a lofty 15 runs in the game before, Marshall couldn't push the score so high this time.
As for South El Monte, they are on a roll lately: they've won 13 of their last 14 games. That's provided a nice bump to their 18-5 record this season. The result was nothing new for South El Monte, who have now won 15 matchups by six runs or more so far this season.
For South El Monte's part, Desteny Sanchez made a big impact no matter where she played. On the mound, she tossed two innings while giving up no earned runs or hits. Sanchez was also big at the plate, getting on base in all four of her plate appearances with four RBI. Those RBI marked the first that she has brought in this season.
In other batting news, Sofia Medina was incredible, getting on base in all four of her plate appearances with four runs and one double. Those four runs gave her a new career-high. Sabrina Espinoza was another key player, going 2-for-3 with two runs and two RBI.
Coming up, Marshall will head out on the road to take on Arroyo at 3:30 p.m. on Friday. The Knights will roll in looking for their fifth straight victory, something the Eagles surely won't give up without a fight. As for South El Monte, they will look to defend their home field on Friday against Rosemead at 3:30 p.m. The Panthers have struggled to contain batters this season (they've allowed 10.13 runs per game on average), something the Eagles will no doubt try to take advantage of.
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