Mojave extended their losing streak to three on Thursday, dropping their season record down to 2-13 in the process. They lost 17-2 to the Mater Academy East Las Vegas Knights. Unfortunately, that's the second time they've come up short against the Knights this season, as they also lost their prior matchup 12-0 on Tuesday.
Jaime Adame made the most of his time at bat despite the final result and went 1-for-2 with one triple, one run, and one RBI.
As for Mater Academy East Las Vegas, the victory made it two in a row for them and bumps their season record up to 14-8. Considering they have won ten matches by more than five runs this season, Thursday's blowout was nothing new.
On Mater Academy East Las Vegas' side, Jesse Rojas was a major factor no matter where he played. He pitched three innings while giving up no earned runs off two hits. What's more, Rojas posted three strikeouts, the most he's had since back in March. He was also big at the plate, getting on base in all three of his plate appearances with two stolen bases, two runs, and one double.
In other batting news, the team relied heavily on Rocky Storla, who went 2-for-3 with one home run, three RBI, and two runs. That home run marked the first that he has launched this season. Another player making a difference was Luis Delgadillo, who went a perfect 2-for-2 with three RBI, one stolen base, and one run.
Coincidentally, Mojave and Mater Academy East Las Vegas will both be playing Virgin Valley the next time they take the field. The Rattlers will head out to face the Bulldogs at 9:00 a.m. on Saturday, while the Knights will head out to face them at 3:30 p.m. on Tuesday.
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