Softball Recap: Gustine's Win Ends Three-Game Losing Streak at Home

After having lost a blowout in their previous game against Denair, Gustine was happy to have turned things around on Wednesday. They came out on top against the Delhi Hawks by a score of 13-8. That's the second time they've managed to beat them this season, as they also won 16-5 back in March.

Leilah Fara

Hits (Career)

04/16/25 vs Delhi	4
04/09/25 @ Waterford	2
04/04/25 @ Modesto Christian	2
03/12/25 vs Modesto Christian	2
03/26/25 @ Delhi	1

Leilah Fara and Shandel Aguilera did most of the damage at the plate: Fara went 4-for-5 with four runs, three doubles, and three RBI, while Aguilera went a perfect 4-for-4 with three runs, four RBI, and one triple. Those four hits gave Fara a new career-high. Jacqueline Chavez was another key player, going 4-for-5 with two stolen bases and three runs.

Gustine's victory ended a three-game drought at home and bumped them up to 7-10. As for Delhi, they have traveled a rocky road recently, having lost six of their last seven matches. That's put a noticeable dent in their 3-13 record this season.

Both squads are looking forward to the support of their home crowds in their upcoming games. Gustine will take on Pacheco at 10:00 a.m. on Thursday. After both having extra time off, Delhi and Modesto Christian will shake off the rust and duke it out at 4:00 p.m. on the 28th. The Crusaders have struggled to contain batters this season (they've allowed 18.71 runs per game on average), something the Hawks will no doubt try to take advantage of.