Modesto Christian extended their losing streak to seven on Wednesday, dropping their season record down to 0-7 in the process. They might be feeling deja-vu: they lost 23-0 to the Denair Coyotes, which was the same score (and result) they got the week prior. Unfortunately, that's the second time they've come up short against the Coyotes this season, as they also lost their prior matchup 7-0 back in March.
As for Denair, they pushed their record up to 10-8 with the victory, which was their third straight at home. That looming 23-0 mark stands out as the most commanding margin for them yet this season.
For Denair's part, Makayla Dayton and Havyn Boucher were major factors while hitting and pitching. Throwing, Dayton kept things locked down with no earned runs or hits while striking out eight over four innings pitched. Meanwhile, Boucher pitched one inning while giving up no earned runs or hits. At bat, Dayton went 2-for-3 with one triple and one run, while Boucher got on base in all five of her plate appearances with three stolen bases, three runs, and two RBI. That's the most RBI Boucher has posted since back in February.
In other batting news, Denair got a massive performance out of Braelyn Marroquin, who went a perfect 4-for-4 with three stolen bases, five RBI, and three runs. That's the most RBI Marroquin has posted since back in February. Kenzie Prine was another key player, going a perfect 4-for-4 with two stolen bases, two doubles, and one triple.
Both teams will have to hit the road in their upcoming games. After both having extra time off, Modesto Christian and Delhi will shake off the rust and duke it out at 4:00 p.m. on the 28th. The Hawks have struggled to contain batters this season (they've allowed 12.94 runs per game on average), something the Crusaders will no doubt try to take advantage of. As for Denair, they will get to enjoy the win for a while: their next game is against Waterford at 4:00 p.m. on the 28th. The Coyotes are facing the Wildcats at the right time seeing as the Wildcats are stuck on a 13-game losing streak.
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