Rowland extended their losing streak to three on Friday, dropping them down to 4-10. They lost 12-1 to the Northview Vikings. The result was an unpleasant reminder to the Raiders of the 7-1 defeat they experienced in the pair's previous head-to-head fixture back in May of 2025.
As for Northview, the victory (which was their third in a row) raised their record to 15-7. The result was nothing new for the Vikings, who have now won eight contests by seven runs or more so far this season.
For Northview's part, Annaliah Zuniga spent all seven innings on the mound, and it's clear why: she surrendered a run (which was unearned) on five hits and racked up six Ks. Zuniga has been nothing but reliable: she hasn't given up more than two walks in six consecutive appearances.
At the plate, Melany Fernandez and Mila Elizalde did most of the damage at the plate: Fernandez went 2-for-4 with one home run, three runs, and three RBI, while Elizalde went 2-for-4 with two runs, one stolen base, and two RBI. That's the most hits Fernandez has posted since back in March. Bella Ochoa also deserves some recognition as she hit her first double of the season.
We've got plenty of inter-league action coming up soon. Rowland will take on rival Wilson at 3:30 p.m. on Wednesday. Meanwhile, Northview is set to challenge their familiar foe Charter Oak at 3:30 p.m. on Wednesday. The two teams have allowed few runs on average (the Vikings 3.9, the Chargers 2.9) so any runs scored will be well earned.
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