Rancho Christian extended their losing streak to eight on Thursday, dropping their season record down to 2-8 in the process. They lost 22-7 to the Perris Panthers. Unfortunately, that's the second time they've come up short against the Panthers this season, as they also lost their prior matchup 18-8 back in April.
As for Perris, they moved to 5-10 with that victory, which also ended their four-game losing streak. Their hitters stepped up their game for this one, as that was the most runs they've scored all season.
For Perris' part, Priscilla Diaz was a major factor no matter where she played. She looked comfortable on the mound, pitching five innings while giving up just one earned (and six unearned) runs off six hits. Diaz was also solid in the batter's box, getting on base in four of her five plate appearances with two runs and one RBI.
In other batting news, Perris got a massive performance out of Anahi Morales, who got on base in three of her six plate appearances with six stolen bases and four runs. Those six stolen bases gave Morales a new career-high. Edna Penaloza was another key player, going 2-for-4 with five RBI, three runs, and one double.
We've got plenty of inter-league action coming up soon. Rancho Christian will face off against rival Moreno Valley at 3:15 p.m. on Tuesday. Meanwhile, Perris is set to take on their familiar foe Lakeside at 3:15 p.m. on Tuesday.
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