Golden Valley hadn't done well against East Bakersfield recently (they were 2-7 in their previous nine matchups), but they didn't let the past get in their way on Friday. The Bulldogs never let the Blades get on the board and left with a 17-0 victory. Considering the Bulldogs have won five contests by more than six runs this season, Friday's blowout was nothing new.
Valeria Martinez was a major factor no matter where she played. She looked comfortable on the mound, not allowing a single earned run and allowing only two hits while striking out seven over four innings pitched. She has been consistent recently: she hasn't given up more than one walk in three consecutive appearances. She was also stellar in the batter's box, going 2-for-3 with two runs, one triple, and two RBI. That triple marked the first that she has hit this season.
In other batting news, Sofia Torres was a standout: she went a perfect 4-for-4 with one home run, three stolen bases, and three runs. Another player making a difference was Alina Allen, who went 2-for-3 with two triples, three runs, and one stolen base.
Bulldogs
| 03/06/26 vs East Bakersfield | 15 |
| 03/06/26 vs Del Oro | 14 |
| 03/05/26 vs Independence | 7 |
| 03/05/26 vs West | 9 |
| 03/04/26 vs Shafter | 5 |
| + 7 more games |
Golden Valley kept the outfield on their toes and finished the game with 15 hits. That's the most hits they've posted since back in April of 2025.
Golden Valley now has a winning record of 5-4. As for East Bakersfield, they now have a losing record of 3-4-1.
Looking ahead, Golden Valley will head out to challenge Taft at 4:00 p.m. on Tuesday. As for East Bakersfield, they will be playing at home against Ridgeview at 4:00 p.m. on Tuesday.
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