Live Oak lost a heartbreaker to Branham when they met back in April of 2023, and they left with a heavy heart again on Friday. The Live Oak Acorns fell just short of the Branham Bruins by a score of 3-2. The loss unfortunately continues a disappointing trend for Live Oak in their matchups with Branham: they've now lost four in a row.
Julianna Altamirano spent all seven innings played on the mound, and it's clear why: she surrendered just two earned (and one unearned) runs on six hits and racked up six Ks. She has been nothing but reliable: she hasn't given up a single walk in three consecutive pitching appearances.
At the plate, Live Oak saw five different players step up and record at least one hit. One of them was Hailey Stegall, who scored a run while going 1-for-2.
On Branham's side, they also let their pitcher toss all seven innings played and she was also dialed-in: Jacqueline Connolly Hojas gave up only one earned (and one unearned) run on five hits and racked up seven Ks.
On the hitting side, the team relied heavily on Abigail Fales, who went 1-for-3 with a home run and two RBI. Another player making a difference was Ella Moser, who went 1-for-3 with a double and an RBI.
Live Oak's defeat dropped their record down to 4-6. As for Branham, their victory bumped their record up to 8-6.
Both teams are looking forward to the support of their home crowds in their upcoming games. Live Oak will take on Ann Sobrato at 4:00 p.m. on Wednesday. The two teams have allowed few runs on average, (Live Oak: 4, Ann Sobrato: 2.7) so any runs scored will be well earned. As for Branham, they will be playing at home against Gilroy at 4:00 p.m. on Wednesday. Gilroy will roll in looking for their seventh straight win, something Branham surely won't give up without a fight.
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