After low-scoring totals in their previous four contests, Rancho Christian brought some dynamite into their most recent matchup. They blew past the Noli Indian Braves 24-11. Rancho Christian's hitters stepped up their game for this one, as that was the most runs they've scored all season.
Alex Buchanan was a major factor no matter where she played. She struck out seven batters over 5.2 innings while giving up just two earned (and three unearned) runs off four hits. Buchanan was also big at the plate, scoring four runs and stealing a base while getting on base in three of her six plate appearances.
In other batting news, the team relied heavily on Kaydence Erickson, who went 3-for-5 with a home run, two stolen bases, and five RBI. Brighton Richards was another key contributor, scoring three runs while getting on base in all four of her plate appearances.
Rancho Christian now has a winning record of 5-4. As for Noli Indian, they dropped their record down to 0-2 with that defeat, which was their fourth straight at home dating back to last season.
Rancho Christian will take on Canyon Springs at 4:30 p.m. on Wednesday. Canyon Springs will roll in looking for their eighth straight win, something Rancho Christian surely won't give up without a fight. As for Noli Indian, they will get a bit of extra time to process the loss as their next game is a ways off. They'll take on Desert Chapel on April 9th.
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