California came tearing into Monday's matchup with four straight wins (a stretch where they outscored their opponents by an average of 6 runs), and they left with even more momentum. They blew past the Whittier Cardinals 11-0. That's the third time they've managed to beat them this season, with their most recent victory being a 9-1 win back in April.
Pricilla Ramirez looked comfortable as she struck out six batters over 2.2 innings while giving up no earned runs off one hit (and only one walk). She has been consistent for a while: she hasn't given up more than two walks in 12 consecutive appearances.
At the plate, Jessica Gurule was incredible, going 2-for-3 with three stolen bases, three runs, and three RBI. Those three runs gave her a new career-high. Another player making a difference was Abigail Glascock, who went a perfect 2-for-2 with four RBI.
California hit smart and finished the game with only two strikeouts. The team has now struck out at least five batters in five consecutive games.
Condors
| 05/05/25 vs Whittier | 11-0 |
| 05/01/25 vs La Serna | 5-4 |
| 04/22/25 vs Valley Christian | 7-1 |
| 04/12/25 vs Schurr | 13-4 |
| 04/10/25 vs El Rancho | 12-2 |
| + 20 more games |
California pushed their record up to 19-9 with the win, which was their 25th straight at home dating back to last season. Those home victories came thanks in part to their pitching effort, having only surrendered 1.9 runs on average over those games. As for Whittier, their loss dropped their record down to 4-17.
California does not have any more games scheduled as of now. As for Whittier, they will be playing at home against El Rancho at 3:15 p.m. on Wednesday. The Cardinals' pitchers better be ready for this one: the Dons have averaged an impressive 7 runs per game this season.
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