El Cajon Valley extended their losing streak to six on Friday, dropping their season record down to 1-12 in the process. They came up short against the Helix Highlanders, falling 18-0. Unfortunately, that's the second time they've come up short against the Highlanders this season, as they also lost their prior matchup 21-0 back in April.
As for Helix, their win was their third straight at home, which pushed their record up to 13-5. Considering they have won 11 matches by more than five runs this season, Friday's blowout was nothing new.
For Helix's part, Katelyn Woodland tossed a big game, keeping things locked down with no earned runs or hits while striking out ten over five innings pitched. Woodland has been nothing but reliable on the mound: she hasn't given up more than one earned run in four consecutive appearances.
On the hitting side, Ta'Tiannah Wright was a standout: she went 3-for-4 with one home run, seven RBI, and four runs. Those seven RBI gave her a new career-high. LaNiah Broom was another key player, going a perfect 4-for-4 with three doubles, four RBI, and two runs.
Both squads will have to hit the road in their upcoming games. El Cajon Valley will venture away from home to take on Lincoln at 4:00 p.m. on Monday. The Hornets will roll in looking for their fifth straight victory, something the Braves surely won't give up without a fight. As for Helix, they will head out on the road to face off against El Capitan at 4:00 p.m. on Monday.
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