| 05/15/25 @ Willits | 9-12 |
| 05/14/25 vs Credo | 33-23 |
| 05/13/25 vs Technology | 0-0 |
| 05/09/25 vs Laytonville | 12-2 |
| 05/06/25 vs Credo | 35-34 |
Point Arena dropped their record down to 12-10 on Thursday, which also ended the team's five-game streak of wins. They took a 12-9 hit to the loss column at the hands of the Willits Wolverines. Unfortunately, that's the second time they've come up short against the Wolverines this season, as they also lost their prior matchup 12-0 back in April.
Serina Azbill was cooking despite her team's loss, going a perfect 4-for-4 with one triple, one stolen base, and two RBI. Hattie Piper was another key player, going 3-for-4 with two stolen bases, two runs, and one RBI.
As for Willits, they have been performing well recently as they've won five of their last six contests. That's provided a nice bump to their 12-9 record this season. Those victories came thanks in part to their hitting performance across that stretch, as they averaged 14.2 runs over those games.
On Willits' side, Lisa Arkelian made a big impact while hitting and pitching. She looked comfortable on the mound, striking out 13 batters over seven innings while giving up just two earned (and seven unearned) runs off 13 hits. Arkelian has been consistent for a while: she hasn't tossed less than six strikeouts any time she's pitched this season. She was also big at the plate, getting on base in four of her five plate appearances with three RBI. Those three RBI gave her a new career-high.
In other batting news, Alexandra Ramos was a standout: she went 2-for-4 with five RBI, one run, and one double. That double marked the first that she has hit this season. The team also got some help courtesy of Addie Jones, who got on base in four of her five plate appearances with three runs, one stolen base, and one RBI.
Point Arena and Willits are set to take part in some playoff action in their next matches. The Pirates will host Ferndale at 5:00 p.m. on Tuesday. Point Arena's pitchers better be ready for this one: the Wildcats have averaged an impressive 7.7 runs per game this season. As for Willits, they will head out on the road to take on Valley Christian at 5:00 p.m. on Wednesday. The Vikings have struggled to contain batters this season (they've allowed 17 runs per game on average), something the Wolverines will no doubt try to take advantage of.
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