Sadly, Esparto is still looking for their first win of the season after nine games. They suffered a rough 15-0 loss at the hands of the Rio Vista Rams on Thursday. The result was an unpleasant reminder to Esparto of the 7-3 defeat they experienced in the pair's previous head-to-head fixture last Tuesday.
For Rio Vista's part, Ethan Perkins was a major factor no matter where he played. He looked comfortable on the mound, not allowing a single earned run while striking out 15 over seven innings pitched. Perkins has been consistent recently: he hasn't tossed less than five strikeouts in four consecutive pitching appearances. Perkins was also stellar in the batter's box, going 4-for-5 with three runs and four RBI.
In other batting news, Emmett Medders was a standout: he scored two runs and stole two bases while getting on base in three of his six plate appearances. He is on a roll when it comes to stolen bases, as he's now stolen at least one in the last three games he's played. John Brimmer was another key contributor, getting on base in three of his five plate appearances with three stolen bases and an RBI.
Esparto's loss dropped their record down to 0-9. As for Rio Vista, their victory ended a four-game drought on the road dating back to last season and puts them at 2-4.
Both squads will have to hit the road in their upcoming games. Esparto will get a bit of extra time to process the loss as their next game is a ways off. They'll take on San Juan at 4:00 p.m. on April 9th. Esparto is facing San Juan at the right time seeing as San Juan is stuck on a three-game losing streak. As for Rio Vista, they will head out on the road to take on Lindhurst at 4:00 p.m. on Thursday.
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