Sadly, Centennial is still looking for their first win of the season after six games. Their tough 14-2 loss to the Leuzinger Olympians on Thursday might stick with them for a while. The result was an unpleasant reminder to Centennial of the 16-2 defeat they experienced in the pair's previous head-to-head fixture back in March.
For Leuzinger's part, Michelle Sanchez was a major factor while hitting and pitching. On the mound, she pitched four innings while giving up just one earned (and one unearned) run off two hits. Sanchez was also big at the plate, scoring two runs and stealing a base while getting on base in three of her four plate appearances.
In other batting news, Emily Gamboa was incredible, going 3-for-4 with five RBI, three runs, and two doubles. Katelyn Alfaro was another key contributor, going 2-for-3 with three RBI and a double.
Centennial's loss dropped their record down to 0-6. As for Leuzinger, the victory (which was their fifth in a row) raised their record to 15-2.
Centennial will head out on the road to challenge Inglewood at 3:30 p.m. on Tuesday. The last three games Inglewood has played have been within two runs, so don't be surprised if it's a close one. As for Leuzinger, they will be playing at home against Lawndale at 3:30 p.m. on Monday. The timing is sure in Leuzinger's favor as the team sits on three straight wins at home while Lawndale has been banged up by 11 consecutive losses on the road.
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