Wasilla extended their losing streak to four on Friday, dropping their season record down to 4-12-1 in the process. They came up short against the Juneau-Douglas Crimson Bears, falling 18-0. Unfortunately, that's the third time they've come up short against the Crimson Bears this season, with their most recent defeat being a 4-2 loss back in April.
As for Juneau-Douglas, their win ended a five-game drought on the road and puts them at 14-13-1. That looming 18-0 mark stands out as the most commanding margin for them yet this season.
For Juneau-Douglas' part, Skylar Oliva was a major factor no matter where she played. She struck out six batters over two innings while giving up no earned runs or hits (and only one walk). Oliva has been nothing but reliable on the mound: she hasn't given up more than one earned run in four consecutive appearances. She was also big at the plate, going 2-for-3 with one run, one double, and one RBI.
In other batting news, Bryanna Eakes was a standout: she went 2-for-3 with three runs, one stolen base, and two RBI. That's the most hits she has posted since back in April. Another player making a difference was June Troxel, who went 2-for-3 with three RBI, two runs, and one double.
While Wasilla had to take the loss, they won't have to wait long to give it another shot: the pair's next game is a rematch scheduled on Saturday.
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