Avella had to endure a nine-game losing streak, but that streak is no more. They had just enough and edged the California Trojans out 11-10. Avella's offense finally found a way to get into gear: the high-octane performance was a 180-degree turn from their last nine games.
Avrey Rado made a splash no matter where she played. She struck out eight batters over seven innings while giving up just two earned (and eight unearned) runs off seven hits. Rado has been nothing but reliable on the mound: she hasn't pitched less than six innings in three consecutive pitching appearances. Rado was also big at the plate, scoring three runs and stealing a base while getting on base in all four of her plate appearances.
In other batting news, Avella let Haleigh Rush and Taylor Shirley loose on the outfield. Rush went 3-for-4 with two runs, a triple, and a stolen base, while Shirley scored two runs and stole two bases while going 3-for-4. McKenna Northcraft was another key contributor, scoring two runs and stealing two bases while going 2-for-4.
On California's side, Gabby Pendo made the most of her time at bat despite the final result and scored three runs and stole a base while getting on base in three of her four plate appearances. The team also got some help courtesy of Madyson Morton, who scored two runs and stole a base while going 1-for-3.
Avella's victory ended a four-game drought at home and bumped them up to 4-10. As for California, their loss was their 12th straight on the road dating back to last season, which dropped their record down to 1-12.
Both squads will have to hit the road in their upcoming games. Avella will face off against Carlynton at 4:00 p.m. on Thursday. As for California, they will head out on the road to challenge Chartiers-Houston at 4:15 p.m. on Tuesday.
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