Natomas extended their losing streak to 11 on Tuesday, dropping their season record down to 1-15 in the process. They might be feeling deja-vu: they lost 22-0 to the Dixon Rams, which was the same score (and result) they got the week prior. Unfortunately, that's the second time they've come up short against the Rams this season, as they also lost their prior matchup 20-0 back in March.
As for Dixon, they are on a roll lately: they've won seven of their last eight matchups. That's provided a nice bump to their 12-4 record this season. Considering they have won nine games by more than five runs this season, Tuesday's blowout was nothing new.
For Dixon's part, Dakota Gaball was a major factor no matter where she played. She looked comfortable on the mound, keeping things locked down with no earned runs or hits while striking out 12 over five innings pitched. That's the most strikeouts Gaball has posted since back in March. She was also big at the plate, going a perfect 2-for-2 with three RBI, two doubles, and one run.
In other batting news, Olivia Gomez was incredible, getting on base in all four of her plate appearances with four runs, two stolen bases, and one triple. Those four runs gave her a new career-high. Another player making a difference was Macee Boykin, who got on base in three of her four plate appearances with four RBI, two runs, and one double.
We've got plenty of inter-league action coming up soon. Natomas is set to face off against their familiar foe Rio Linda at 6:30 p.m. on Tuesday. Meanwhile, Dixon will take on rival Casa Roble at 4:30 p.m. on Thursday.
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