Gustine can finally bid farewell to their eight-game losing streak thanks to their game on Tuesday. They skirted past the Denair Coyotes 9-8. That result was just more of the same for these two, as Gustine also won the last time the pair played back in May of 2023.
Alexis Gallichio was a major factor no matter where she played. On the mound, she tossed three innings while giving up just two earned (and three unearned) runs off five hits. Gallichio was also stellar in the batter's box, scoring two runs and stealing two bases while going 2-for-3.
In other batting news, Kolby Watts was excellent, scoring two runs while going 2-for-3. Another player making a difference was Shandel Aguilera, who went 2-for-4 with a triple, two RBI, and a run.
On Denair's side, Havyn Boucher was cooking despite her team's loss, scoring three runs and stealing two bases while going 2-for-3. The team also got some help courtesy of Braelyn Marroquin, who scored a run and stole a base while going 2-for-3.
Gustine's win ended a three-game drought at home and bumped them up to 3-9-1. As for Denair, they have been struggling recently as they've lost five of their last six matches, which put a noticeable dent in their 3-7 record this season.
Both teams are looking forward to the support of their home crowds in their upcoming games. Gustine will take on Waterford at 4:00 p.m. on Thursday. Waterford is coming into the matchup with five straight defeats on the road, meaning Gustine will have to defend against a squad hungry for a victory. As for Denair, they will be playing at home against Ripon Christian at 4:00 p.m. on Thursday. Denair is strutting in with some hitting muscle, as they've averaged 9.4 runs per game this season.
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