Lucerne Valley extended their losing streak to eight on Friday, dropping their season record down to 2-9 in the process. They came up short against Cobalt Institute of Math & Science Academy, falling 22-2. Unfortunately, that's the second time they've come up short against Cobalt Institute of Math & Science Academy this season, as they also lost their prior matchup 22-3 on Tuesday.
Lucerne Valley saw six different players step up and record at least one hit. One of them was David Diaz, who went 1-for-2 with one RBI. Dusty Ward also deserves some recognition as he brought in his first RBI of the season.
As for Cobalt Institute of Math & Science Academy, they are on a roll lately: they've won six of their last seven matchups. That's provided a nice bump to their 8-7 record this season. The wins came thanks in part to their hitting performance across that stretch, as they averaged 13.4 runs over those games.
On Cobalt Institute of Math & Science Academy's side, Andrew Honnold and Matthew Avila made a big impact while hitting and pitching. On the mound, Honnold tossed two innings while giving up no earned runs or hits. Meanwhile, Avila struck out six batters over three innings while giving up just two earned runs off three hits (and not a single walk). He has been consistent: he hasn't given up more than two walks in six consecutive appearances. At bat, Honnold went 4-for-5 with three RBI, two runs, and two doubles, while Avila went 3-for-4 with three RBI and two runs. Cobalt Institute of Math & Science Academy is undefeated when Honnold posts three or more RBI, but 5-7 otherwise.
In other batting news, Ricky Gutierrez was a standout: he got on base in four of his five plate appearances with four runs, one stolen base, and two RBI. He is on a roll when it comes to stolen bases, as he's now snagged at least one in each of the last three games he's played. The team also got some help courtesy of Gabriel Thornburgh, who went 2-for-3 with three RBI and two runs.
Coming up, Lucerne Valley will venture away from home to take on Trona at 3:00 p.m. on Tuesday. As for Cobalt Institute of Math & Science Academy, they will get to enjoy the win for a while: their next game is against Academy of Careers & Exploration at 3:15 p.m. on the 29th.
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