Miller had lost four straight on the road dating back to last season, but on Wednesday they dropped down to 0-5 to make it five. They came up short against the Rancho Cucamonga Cougars, falling 30-1. The Rebels were not able to make up for their loss to the Cougars from their previous meeting back in March of 2016.
As for Rancho Cucamonga, their victory ended a five-game drought at home dating back to last season and bumped them up to 5-5. Their offense finally found a way to get into gear: the high-octane performance was a 180-degree turn from their last three games.
For Rancho Cucamonga's part, Joss Brandl was a major factor while hitting and pitching. She looked comfortable on the mound, pitching two innings while giving up no earned runs off one hit. Brandl was also stellar in the batter's box, going a perfect 1-for-1 with one home run and four RBI. Those four RBI gave her a new career-high.
In other batting news, Racine McDermott was incredible, going 2-for-3 with one home run, five RBI, and two runs. Those five RBI gave her a new career-high. Lizzy Brown was another key player, getting on base in all three of her plate appearances with four stolen bases and three runs.
Both teams are looking forward to the support of their home crowds in their upcoming games. Miller will welcome Entrepreneur at 3:45 p.m. on Friday. As for Rancho Cucamonga, they will host Bishop Amat at 3:15 p.m. on Friday.
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