It can be hard to translate regular season success to the playoffs, but University had no problem doing just that on Saturday. They were the clear victor by a 19-4 margin over the Dymally Challengers. University's hitters stepped up their game for this one, as that was the most runs they've scored all season.
Kayla Carpenter made a big impact no matter where she played. On the mound, she struck out six batters over three innings while giving up just one earned run off two hits (and only one walk). Carpenter has been nothing but reliable: she hasn't tossed less than five strikeouts in five consecutive pitching appearances. Carpenter was even better at the plate, scoring three runs and stealing a base while getting on base in all five of her plate appearances.
In other batting news, University let Sharlyn Mendoza and Sage Gray loose on the outfield. Mendoza scored four runs while getting on base in all five of her plate appearances, while Gray went 1-for-4 with three runs, four RBI, and a double. Karen Santibanez was another key contributor, scoring a run while getting on base in three of her four plate appearances.
On Dymally's side, Keeani Smith was cooking despite her team's loss, going 2-for-2 with three RBI, a triple, and a run.
University has been performing well recently as they've won four of their last five matches, which provided a nice bump to their 7-8 record this season. As for Dymally, their defeat dropped their record down to 13-6.
University will face off against Community Charter at 3:00 p.m. on Tuesday. Both teams will come into the contest having just posted big wins, so someone is set to suffer a big change in fortunes. Dymally does not have any more games scheduled as of now.
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