Northridge is still looking for their season's first win. They lost 18-1 to the Troy Christian Eagles on Friday. The result was an unpleasant reminder to Northridge of the 19-4 defeat they experienced in the pair's previous head-to-head fixture on April 5th.
For Troy Christian's part, Ella Dersham was a major factor no matter where she played. On the mound, she didn't allow a single earned run while striking out 12 over five innings pitched. Dersham has been nothing but reliable: she hasn't pitched less than five innings in three consecutive pitching appearances. Dersham was also big at the plate, scoring three runs while going 2-for-4.
In other batting news, the team relied heavily on Kaylee Eschete, who scored two runs while going 2-for-3. Alaina Rogers was another key contributor, scoring two runs while going 2-for-4.
Northridge's loss dropped their record down to 0-7. As for Troy Christian, their win ended a five-game drought at home and bumped them up to 2-11.
Northridge will take on Lehman Catholic at 5:00 p.m. on Monday. As for Troy Christian, they will head out on the road to square off against Dayton Christian at 11:00 a.m. on Saturday. Troy Christian is no doubt hoping to put an end to a five-game streak of away losses.
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