Pinecrest Academy Cadence's game last Wednesday was a tough loss, but they didn't let that memory haunt them on Friday. They were the clear victor by a 16-6 margin over the Durango Trailblazers. The high-flying hitting performance was a huge turnaround for Pinecrest Academy Cadence considering their two-run performance the match before.
Gabriella Colarco was a major factor no matter where she played. On the mound, she struck out eight batters over five innings while giving up three earned (and three unearned) runs off seven hits (and not a single walk). Colarco has been consistent recently: she hasn't tossed less than five strikeouts in three consecutive pitching appearances. Colarco was also stellar in the batter's box, scoring four runs while going 2-for-3.
In other batting news, Elise Kemble was excellent, scoring two runs and stealing a base while going 2-for-4. Lila Herrick was another key contributor, going 2-for-4 with four RBI, a stolen base, and a run.
On Durango's side, Juliana Martinez was cooking despite her team's loss, going 3-for-3 with two doubles and two RBI. The team also got some help courtesy of Peyton McCullough, who went 1-for-3 with a home run and two RBI.
Pinecrest Academy Cadence's victory bumped their record up to 5-11. As for Durango, they are on a five-game losing streak that has dropped them down to 2-9.
Both squads will have to hit the road in their upcoming games. Pinecrest Academy Cadence will challenge Basic at 3:30 p.m. on Monday. Basic is coming into the game with five straight wins at home, so Pinecrest Academy Cadence will have to stop a team with plenty of momentum. As for Durango, they will head out on the road to square off against Desert Pines at 3:30 p.m. on Tuesday. Durango is facing Desert Pines at the right time seeing as Desert Pines is stuck on an 11-game losing streak.
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