Kerman had won three straight at home, but on Tuesday they bumped their record up to 9-5 to make it four. They walked away with a 9-6 victory over the Reedley Pirates. That result was just more of the same for these two, as the Lions also won the last time the pair played back in May of 2023.
Eliza Garcia looked comfortable as she kept things locked down with no earned runs or hits over four innings pitched. She has been consistent recently: she hasn't given up more than one earned run in four consecutive appearances.

Kymberly Higuerada
04/22/25 vs Reedley | 3 |
03/27/25 @ Justin Garza | 2 |
04/08/25 @ Hanford West | 1 |
03/20/25 vs Sanger West | 1 |
03/11/25 @ Tulare Union | 1 |
On the hitting side, Kymberly Higuerada was excellent, going a perfect 3-for-3 with two runs, one stolen base, and one RBI. Those three hits gave her a new career-high. Jayanna Gonzales was another key player, going 1-for-3 with three RBI and one double.
As for Reedley, they have traveled a rocky road recently, having lost six of their last eight matches. That's put a noticeable dent in their 7-10 record this season. That patch can't be blamed on the team's hitting performance across that stretch, as they averaged 6.4 runs over those games.
On Reedley's side, Jocelyn Fonseca was cooking despite her team's loss, getting on base in three of her four plate appearances with two RBI and one double. Another player making a difference was Jamilah Taylor, who went 1-for-4 with one stolen base, one run, and one RBI.
Both squads are looking forward to the support of their home crowds in their upcoming games. Kerman will host Kingsburg at 6:30 p.m. on Friday. As for Reedley, they will look to defend their home field on Friday against Hanford West at 6:30 p.m. The Pirates' pitchers better be ready for this one: the Huskies have averaged an impressive 7.4 runs per game this season.
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