Knights
| 04/23/26 @ Esperanza | 14-0 |
| 04/21/26 vs Troy | 18-0 |
| 04/16/26 @ Trabuco Hills | 10-5 |
| 04/14/26 vs Sunny Hills | 7-2 |
| 04/11/26 vs Aliso Niguel | 6-1 |
| + 7 more games |
Foothill came tearing into Thursday's contest with 11 straight wins (a stretch where they outscored their opponents by an average of 9.5 runs), and they left with even more momentum. Their pitcher stepped up to hand the Esperanza Aztecs a 14-0 shutout. The Knights might be getting used to big wins seeing as the team has won seven games by ten runs or more this season.
Capri Gallego tossed a big game, not allowing a single earned run while striking out seven over five innings pitched. That's the most strikeouts she has posted since back in May of 2025.
At the plate, Abby Lawson was a standout: she went 3-for-4 with one home run, three RBI, and two runs. That's the most hits she has posted since back in March. The team also got some help courtesy of Makaela Martinez, who went 2-for-3 with five RBI, two doubles, and one run.
Foothill kept the outfield on their toes and finished the game with 13 hits. That strong performance was nothing new for the team: they've now got at least ten hits in six consecutive matchups.
Foothill's record is now 14-8. As for Esperanza, they have been struggling recently as they've lost eight of their last ten contests. That's put a noticeable dent in their 7-13 record this season.
Foothill will look to defend their home field on Tuesday against Crean Lutheran at 3:15 p.m. The Knights will need to watch out since the Saints have now posted at least ten runs in their last three games. As for Esperanza, they will venture away from home to challenge Troy at 3:15 p.m. on Tuesday. The Warriors have struggled to contain batters this season (they've allowed 17.05 runs per game on average), something the Aztecs will no doubt try to take advantage of.
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