Ridgewood was not able to break out of their rough patch on Monday as the team picked up their fifth straight loss. They lost 17-1 to the Taft Eagles. Ridgewood was given a dose of their own medicine in this game as Taft apparently hadn't forgotten their defeat the last time these teams played back in May of 2023.
For Taft's part, Michaela Power was a major factor no matter where she played. On the mound, she struck out seven batters over four innings while giving up just one earned run off one hit (and only one walk). Power has been nothing but reliable: she hasn't given up more than one earned run in three consecutive pitching appearances. Power was also stellar in the batter's box, firing off three home runs and eight RBI while going 3-for-3.
In other batting news, Joselyn Ulloa was incredible, scoring three runs and stealing a base while getting on base in all four of her plate appearances. Elena Gonzalez was another key contributor, scoring three runs and stealing a base while going 1-for-3.
Ridgewood's loss dropped their record down to 7-16. As for Taft, they are on a roll lately: they've won six of their last seven matches, which provided a nice bump to their 23-6 record this season.
Both squads are looking forward to the support of their home crowds in their upcoming games. Ridgewood will take on Maine West at 4:30 p.m. on Wednesday. Maine West will roll in looking for their eighth straight win, something Ridgewood surely won't give up without a fight. As for Taft, they will be playing in front of their home fans against St. Laurence at 4:45 p.m. on Wednesday.
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