Napa has not done well against Petaluma recently (they were 1-8 in their previous nine matchups), but they didn't let the past get in their way on Tuesday. The Napa Grizzlies had just enough and edged the Petaluma Trojans out 6-5. For Napa, this counts as revenge for the 8-4 loss Petaluma walked away with the last time they faced one another back in April.
Brooklyn Miller spent all seven innings on the mound, and it's clear why: she surrendered just two earned (and three unearned) runs on nine hits. She has been nothing but reliable: she hasn't given up more than two walks in four consecutive pitching appearances.
At the plate, the team relied heavily on Olivia Horn, who went 2-for-4 with five RBI, a run, and a double. Ella Johnson was another key contributor, scoring two runs while going 2-for-4.
On Petaluma's side, Dallas Young was cooking despite her team's loss, scoring two runs and stealing a base while going 2-for-4. Another player making a difference was Jess Hamilton, who went 2-for-3 with two RBI.
Napa's win bumped their record up to 8-10. As for Petaluma, they have been struggling recently as they've lost nine of their last ten matchups, which put a noticeable dent in their 9-12 record this season.
Both squads are looking forward to the support of their home crowds in their upcoming games. Napa will take on Sonoma Valley at 4:00 p.m. on Wednesday. Napa is facing Sonoma Valley at the right time seeing as Sonoma Valley is stuck on a four-game losing streak. As for Petaluma, they will be playing at home against Justin-Siena at 4:00 p.m. on Wednesday. Justin-Siena is coming into the contest with six straight defeats on the road, meaning Petaluma will have to defend against a team hungry for a victory.
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