Sadly, Northridge is still looking for their first win of the season after four contests. Their tough 27-0 defeat to the Miami East Vikings on Tuesday might stick with them for a while. The result was an unpleasant reminder to Northridge of the 22-3 loss they experienced in the pair's previous head-to-head fixture back in March.
For Miami East's part, Jacqueline Kadel and Kylie Gentis made a splash no matter where they played. Throwing, Kadel struck out six batters over three innings while giving up no earned runs or hits (and only one walk). Meanwhile, Gentis tossed two innings while giving up no earned runs or hits. Kadel has been consistent recently: she hasn't tossed less than six strikeouts in seven consecutive pitching appearances. At bat, Kadel scored three runs while going 5-for-5, while Gentis scored four runs while going 4-for-5.
In other batting news, Jadyn Bair and Abigail Kadel did most of the damage at the plate: Bair went 2-for-2 with a home run, six RBI, and three runs, while Kadel got on base in all five of her plate appearances with a home run, four runs, and three RBI. Kadel has been hot recently, having posted at least one home run the last five times she's played. Maddie Maxson was another key contributor, scoring a run while getting on base in all three of her plate appearances.
Northridge's defeat dropped their record down to 0-4. As for Miami East, the victory for them keeps them at an undefeated 8-0.
Northridge will head out on the road to take on Covington at 5:00 p.m. on Wednesday. As for Miami East, they will be playing in front of their home fans against Troy Christian at 5:00 p.m. on Wednesday.
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