Rodriguez can finally bid farewell to their five-game losing streak thanks to their game on Thursday. They came out on top against the Fairfield Falcons by a score of 6-2. The win was just what Rodriguez needed coming off of an 11-2 loss in their prior matchup.
Brooklyn Denina made a splash no matter where she played. She struck out ten batters over seven innings while giving up just two earned runs off eight hits (and only one walk). Denina has been consistent recently: she hasn't given up more than two walks in three consecutive pitching appearances. Denina was also big at the plate, going 1-for-2 with three RBI, a stolen base, and a double.
In other batting news, Makenzie Rodriguez was excellent, scoring three runs and stealing a base while getting on base in all four of her plate appearances. Another player making a difference was Juliana McClain, who scored a run while going 2-for-3.
On Fairfield's side, Amaya Mendoza made the most of her time at bat despite the final result and scored a run and stole a base while going 1-for-3.
Rodriguez's victory ended a three-game drought at home and bumped them up to 4-9. As for Fairfield, they dropped their record down to 4-8 with that defeat, which was their fourth straight on the road.
Both squads will have to hit the road in their upcoming games. Rodriguez will take on Wood at 4:00 p.m. on Tuesday. As for Fairfield, they will head out on the road to square off against Vanden at 4:00 p.m. on Tuesday. Vanden will roll in looking for their fifth straight win, something Fairfield surely won't give up without a fight.
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