Brawley scored the most runs they've had all season to find success on Friday. They were the clear victor by an 18-4 margin over the Central Spartans. The win was just what Brawley needed coming off of a 7-0 defeat in their prior match.
Arriana Garcia looked comfortable as she tossed 2.2 innings while giving up no earned runs off one hit (she also didn't allow any walks). She has been consistent recently: she hasn't given up more than two walks in five consecutive pitching appearances.
At the plate, Sophia Ruiz was a standout: she scored two runs and stole a base while getting on base in all five of her plate appearances. Jocelyn Ubence was another key contributor, scoring four runs while going 5-for-6.
On Central's side, Alexia Rubio was cooking despite her team's loss, scoring two runs while going 2-for-2. The team also got some help courtesy of Yaneli Romero, who went 1-for-2 with two RBI.
Brawley's victory ended a four-game drought on the road dating back to last season and puts them at 6-8. As for Central, their loss was their seventh straight at home dating back to last season, which dropped their record down to 2-8.
Brawley will take on Holtville at 6:30 p.m. on Friday. As for Central, they will head out on the road to challenge Calexico at 6:30 p.m. on Tuesday.
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