Vision extended their losing streak to seven on Wednesday, dropping them down to 1-8. They came up short against the Melba Mustangs, falling 20-2. Unfortunately, that's the second time they've come up short against Melba this season, as they also lost their prior matchup 12-1 two weeks ago.
Vision saw four different players step up and record at least one hit. One of them was Rayah Buster, who went 1-for-2 with one run. That hit marked the first that Buster has got this season.
As for Melba, their win ended a five-game drought on the road and puts them at 5-12. The contest marked their most dominant victory of the season.
On Melba's side, Andrea Pinto was a major factor while hitting and pitching. On the mound, she didn't allow a single earned run and allowed only two hits while striking out six over 4.2 innings pitched. Pinto has been nothing but reliable: she hasn't given up more than two walks in three consecutive appearances. She was also big at the plate, going 3-for-5 with two stolen bases, three runs, and two RBI. That's the most hits she has posted since back in March.
In other batting news, Kodi Adams was a standout: she got on base in three of her four plate appearances with two runs, one stolen base, and two RBI. Olivia Atack was another key player, getting on base in four of her five plate appearances with two runs, one stolen base, and one double.
Both squads will have to hit the road in their upcoming matchups. Vision will venture away from home to challenge Nampa Christian at 5:00 p.m. on Thursday. The Trojans will aim to continue their three-game streak of scoring more runs each game than the last. As for Melba, they will head out on the road to square off against Parma at 5:00 p.m. on Friday. The Mustangs' pitchers better be ready for this one: the Panthers have averaged an impressive 12 runs per game this season.
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