Encina Prep was not able to break out of their rough patch on Thursday as the team picked up their ninth straight loss. They lost 28-8 to the Delta Saints. The result was an unpleasant reminder to Encina Prep of the 20-9 defeat they experienced in the pair's previous head-to-head fixture last Monday.
For Delta's part, Finn Danila and Chase Parkinson were a major factor while hitting and pitching. On the mound, Danila tossed two innings while giving up just one earned run but no hits. Meanwhile, Parkinson pitched an inning while giving up no earned runs or hits. Danila has been consistent recently: he hasn't given up more than one earned run in four consecutive pitching appearances. At the plate, Danila got on base in four of his five plate appearances with a home run, four runs, and four RBI, while Parkinson scored two runs while going 1-for-2.
In other batting news, Izaya Rubio was incredible, going 3-for-4 with four runs, five RBI, and a triple. Michael Reichow was another key contributor, scoring two runs while getting on base in three of his four plate appearances.
Encina Prep's loss dropped their record down to 1-12. As for Delta, they have been performing well recently as they've won eight of their last ten matchups, which provided a nice bump to their 12-5 record this season.
As of now, neither Encina Prep nor Delta have any future games scheduled.
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