Palm Desert's game last Thursday was a tough loss, but they didn't let that memory haunt them on Monday. They walked away with a 6-1 win over the Rancho Mirage Rattlers. That's more bragging rights for Palm Desert, who also won the pair's last head-to-head.
Natalie Rey spent all seven innings on the mound, and it's clear why: she surrendered only one earned run on four hits and racked up 12 Ks. She has been consistent recently: she hasn't given up more than two walks in five consecutive pitching appearances.
At the plate, the team relied heavily on Audra Higgins, who went 1-for-3 with a triple, two RBI, and a run. Another player making a difference was Camila Ramirez, who scored a run and stole a base while going 1-for-3.
On Rancho Mirage's side, Mira Olvera put in work no matter where she played. She didn't allow a single earned run over seven innings pitched. Olvera was also solid in the batter's box, going 1-for-3 with a home run.
Palm Desert has been performing well recently as they've won eight of their last ten matches, which provided a massive bump to their 14-10 record this season. As for Rancho Mirage, their defeat dropped their record down to 10-9.
Both teams will have to hit the road in their upcoming games. Palm Desert will square off against Shadow Hills at 6:30 p.m. on Thursday. Shadow Hills will roll in looking for their fifth straight victory, something Palm Desert surely won't give up without a fight. As for Rancho Mirage, they will head out on the road to face off against La Quinta at 6:30 p.m. on Thursday. Rancho Mirage is strutting in with some hitting muscle, as they've averaged 7.6 runs per game this season.
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