Downey extended their losing streak to five on Tuesday, dropping them down to 5-9. They lost 20-3 to the Enochs Eagles. Unfortunately, that's the second time they've come up short against the Eagles this season, as they also lost their prior matchup 7-0 back in March.
As for Enochs, they pushed their record up to 10-3 with the victory, which was their sixth straight at home. Considering they have won seven matchups by more than five runs this season, Tuesday's blowout was nothing new.
For Enochs' part, Kaylee Ruiz looked comfortable as she struck out seven batters over three innings while giving up no earned runs off one hit (and not a single walk). Ruiz has been consistent recently: she hasn't tossed less than seven strikeouts in three consecutive appearances.
At the plate, the team relied heavily on Aleahya Brown, who got on base in all five of her plate appearances with four runs, three RBI, and one stolen base. Those four runs gave her a new career-high. Another player making a difference was Lillian Camarena, who went 2-for-3 with four RBI, two doubles, and one run.
Both squads will have to hit the road in their upcoming contests. Downey will square off against Gregori at 4:00 p.m. on Thursday. The Knights' pitchers better be ready for this one: the Jaguars have averaged an impressive 7.1 runs per game this season. As for Enochs, they will face off against Modesto at 4:00 p.m. on Thursday.
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