Grant was not able to break out of their rough patch on Wednesday as the team picked up their fifth straight defeat. They fell victim to a tough 19-1 loss at the hands of the Arleta Mustangs. The result was an unpleasant reminder to Grant of the 27-1 defeat they experienced in the pair's previous head-to-head fixture back in April of 2023.
For Arleta's part, BRENDA AGUILAR and CAIRA SANCHEZ made a splash while hitting and pitching. On the mound, AGUILAR pitched two innings while giving up no earned runs off one hit (she also didn't allow any walks). Meanwhile, SANCHEZ pitched three innings while giving up no earned run off one hit (she also only allowed one walk). AGUILAR has been nothing but reliable on the mound: she hasn't given up more than two walks in three consecutive pitching appearances. At bat, AGUILAR scored two runs and stole a base while getting on base in all three of her plate appearances, while SANCHEZ scored a run while going 1-for-1.
In other batting news, LEILANI GURROLA was a standout: she got on base in all five of her plate appearances with a home run, three runs, and three RBI. Another player making a difference was ISABEL MENA, who scored three runs and stole two bases while going 2-for-3.
Grant's loss dropped their record down to 1-7. As for Arleta, they have been performing well recently as they've won five of their last six contests, which provided a nice bump to their 8-5 record this season.
Coincidentally, the pair will both be playing North Hollywood the next time they take the field. Arleta will host North Hollywood at 3:00 p.m. on Friday, while Grant will head out to face them at 3:00 p.m. on Wednesday.
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