Berkeley extended their losing streak to three on Wednesday, dropping their season record down to 5-7 in the process. They were a single run away from ending the streak, but they lost a 4-3 heartbreaker at the hands of the Piedmont Highlanders. The home team had taken home the W every time these teams have met since April 24, 2019, but that streak is no more.
Camden Bernhard was cooking despite her team's loss, going 2-for-4 with one triple, two RBI, and one run. That triple was her first of the season.
As for Piedmont, the win was the fourth in a row for them, bringing their record up to 9-6. They've had to fight for that success though, as they only beat their opponents by an average of 4.5 runs across that stretch.
On Piedmont's side, Miya Fujimoto was a major factor no matter where she played. She looked comfortable on the mound, striking out seven batters over seven innings while giving up just one earned (and two unearned) runs off four hits. Fujimoto has been consistent: she hasn't tossed less than five strikeouts in six consecutive appearances. She was also solid in the batter's box, going 1-for-3 with two stolen bases and one run.
Fujimoto wasn't the only one making solid contact as three players wound up with at least one hit. One of them was Samantha Ronen, who went 1-for-2 with one stolen base and one RBI.
Looking ahead, Berkeley will challenge Los Banos at 10:00 a.m. on Thursday. As for Piedmont, they will be playing at home against San Leandro at 4:00 p.m. on Friday. The Pirates' pitching crew has only allowed 2.5 runs per game this season, so the Highlanders' hitters will have their work cut out for them.
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