Richmond was not able to break out of their rough patch on Tuesday as the team picked up their fourth straight defeat. They took an 18-14 hit to the loss column at the hands of the Hercules Titans. One positive for Richmond, at least, is that this was the most points they've scored all season.
For Hercules' part, they got a massive performance out of Bella Placencia, who scored four runs and stole four bases while getting on base in five of her six plate appearances. Placencia is crushing it when it comes to stolen bases: she's stolen at least one every time she's taken the field this season. Another player making a difference was Jaida Flores, who scored three runs and stole five bases while going 3-for-5.
Richmond's loss dropped their record down to 1-6. As for Hercules, the victory was the eighth in a row for them, bringing their record for this year to 8-3-1.
Richmond will look to defend their home field on Wednesday against Bethel at 4:00 p.m. As for Hercules, they will head out on the road to challenge De Anza at 4:00 p.m. on Wednesday. One thing working in Hercules' favor is that they have posted big run totals in their last ten matchups.
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