With a playoff win on the line, Taft rose to the challenge on Friday. They were the clear victors by a 14-5 margin over the Poly Parrots. The Toreadors might be getting used to big wins seeing as the team has won eight contests by six runs or more this season.
Chiara Cioffi made a big impact no matter where she played. She looked comfortable on the mound, striking out six batters over seven innings while giving up just two earned (and three unearned) runs off ten hits. She has been consistent recently: she hasn't tossed less than six strikeouts in three consecutive appearances. She was also solid in the batter's box, going 3-for-6 with one run.
In other batting news, Jordy Aardahl was incredible, going 3-for-4 with three RBI, two runs, and two doubles. That's the most doubles she has posted since back in February. Another player making a difference was Savannah Munoz, who got on base in four of her five plate appearances with two runs, one stolen base, and one RBI.
Taft always had someone on base and finished the game having posted an OBP of .543. They easily outclassed their opponents in that department as Poly only posted an OBP of .385.
Toreadors
| 05/22/26 @ Poly | 14-5 |
| 05/20/26 vs Wilson | 10-7 |
| 05/18/26 vs Central City Value | 13-0 |
| 05/11/26 vs Birmingham | 2-19 |
| 05/08/26 @ Cleveland | 7-17 |
Taft's victory ended a 12-game drought on the road dating back to last season and puts them at 9-12. As for Poly, they have traveled a rocky road recently, having lost 14 of their last 15 matchups. That's put a noticeable dent in their 6-15 record this season.
Taft will square off against Arleta at 3:00 p.m. on Wednesday. Poly does not have any more games scheduled as of now.
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