Harker extended their losing streak to four on Monday, dropping them down to 2-10. They came up short against the Fremont Firebirds, falling 14-1. Unfortunately, that's the second time they've come up short against the Firebirds this season, as they also lost their prior matchup 11-0 back in March.
As for Fremont, they pushed their record up to 10-6 with the victory, which was their fifth straight on the road. They might be getting used to big wins seeing as the team has won eight matchups by six runs or more this season.
For Fremont's part, Camila Sanchez made a big impact while hitting and pitching. She looked comfortable on the mound, striking out six batters over five innings while giving up just one earned run off five hits (and not a single walk). Sanchez has been consistent for a while: she hasn't given up more than two walks in 12 consecutive appearances. She was also solid in the batter's box, going 1-for-3 with two runs, one stolen base, and one double. That double marked the first that she has hit this season.
In other batting news, Jiyah Caban was incredible, firing off two home runs, three runs, and four RBI while going 3-for-3. Those two home runs gave her a new career-high. Natalia Bracken was another key player, going 2-for-3 with two stolen bases, three runs, and one triple.
Both squads will have to hit the road in their upcoming contests. Harker will challenge Palo Alto at 4:00 p.m. on Tuesday. The Eagles' pitchers better be ready for this one: the Vikings have averaged an impressive 9.1 runs per game this season. As for Fremont, they will take on Santa Clara at 4:00 p.m. on Tuesday. The Bruins have struggled to contain batters this season (they've allowed 6.68 runs per game on average), something the Firebirds will no doubt try to take advantage of.
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