Branham had to endure a three-game losing streak, but that streak is no more. They came out on top in a nail-biter against the Live Oak Acorns on Friday and snuck past 3-2. The win was just what Branham needed coming off of a 14-6 loss in their prior game.
Jacqueline Connolly Hojas spent all seven innings played on the mound, and it's clear why: she surrendered only one earned (and one unearned) run on five hits and racked up seven Ks. She has been consistent recently: she hasn't pitched less than five innings in nine consecutive pitching appearances.
At the plate, Abigail Fales was excellent, going 1-for-3 with a home run and two RBI. Another player making a difference was Ella Moser, who went 1-for-3 with a double and an RBI.
On Live Oak's side, they also let their pitcher toss all seven innings played and she was also dialed-in: Julianna Altamirano gave up just two earned (and one unearned) runs on six hits and racked up six Ks.
On the hitting side, Live Oak saw five different players step up and record at least one hit. One of them was Hailey Stegall, who scored a run while going 1-for-2.
Branham's victory bumped their record up to 8-6. As for Live Oak, this is the second loss in a row for them and nudges their season record down to 4-6.
Both teams are looking forward to the support of their home crowds in their upcoming games. Branham will take on Gilroy at 4:00 p.m. on Wednesday. Gilroy will roll in looking for their seventh straight win, something Branham surely won't give up without a fight. As for Live Oak, they will play host again on Wednesday to welcome Ann Sobrato, where first pitch is scheduled at 4:00 p.m. Ann Sobrato's pitching crew has only allowed 2.7 runs per game this season, so Live Oak's hitters will have their work cut out for them.
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