Anderson extended their losing streak to 14 on Tuesday, dropping their season record down to 1-17 in the process. They came up short against the Central Valley Falcons, falling 28-2. Unfortunately, that's the third time they've come up short against the Falcons this season, with their most recent defeat being a 12-2 loss back in April.
Isabel Sturges made the most of her time at bat despite the final result and went a perfect 1-for-1 with four stolen bases and one run.
As for Central Valley, their record is now 12-9. The result was nothing new for the Falcons, who have now won eight matchups by eight runs or more so far this season.
On Central Valley's side, Joleen Short made a big impact while hitting and pitching. On the mound, she struck out ten batters over five innings while giving up just two earned runs off one hit (and only one walk). Short has been consistent: she hasn't tossed less than five strikeouts in eight consecutive appearances. She was also big at the plate, getting on base in four of her five plate appearances with two stolen bases, three runs, and one RBI. That's the most runs she has posted since back in March.
In other batting news, Central Valley got a massive performance out of Ava Lanzit, who got on base in all five of her plate appearances with four stolen bases, four runs, and four RBI. That's the most runs Lanzit has posted since back in March. Hazel Chavez was another key player, getting on base in five of her six plate appearances with five stolen bases, five runs, and one RBI.
Both squads are looking forward to the support of their home crowds in their upcoming games. Anderson will host University Prep at 4:30 p.m. on Friday. The Panthers will roll in looking for their fifth straight win, something the Cubs surely won't give up without a fight. As for Central Valley, they will look to defend their home field on Friday against Yreka at 4:30 p.m.
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