Hilltop had lost three games straight , but after bumping their record up to 8-10-1 on Wednesday that streak is in the rearview. They were the clear victors by an 8-2 margin over the Southwest SD Raiders. That's more bragging rights for the Lancers, who also won the pair's last head-to-head.
Catherine Vasquez spent all seven innings on the mound, and it's clear why: she surrendered two runs (both of which were unearned) on four hits.
Brinyxcia Buchan
| 04/23/25 vs Southwest SD | 5 |
| 03/05/25 vs Canyon Crest Academy | 2 |
| 02/28/25 vs Vista | 2 |
| 04/09/25 vs Sweetwater | 1 |
| 03/27/25 vs Holtville | 1 |
At the plate, Hilltop got a massive performance out of Brinyxcia Buchan, who got on base in three of her four plate appearances with five stolen bases and three runs. Those five stolen bases gave Buchan a new career-high. Another player making a difference was Nevaeh Matos, who went 2-for-4 with three RBI, one stolen base, and one double.
As for Southwest SD, they have traveled a rocky road recently, having lost three of their last four games. That's put a noticeable dent in their 8-6 record this season. The contest marked their lowest-scoring match so far this season.
On Southwest SD's side, Samantha Ramirez made the most of her time at bat despite the final result and went 3-for-4 with two RBI. Aketzalli Rodriguez was another key player, going 2-for-4 with one run and one double.
Coming up, Hilltop will welcome Chula Vista Learning Community Charter at 4:00 p.m. on Friday. As for Southwest SD, they will head out to take on Montgomery at 3:30 p.m. on Monday.
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