Vista del Lago extended their losing streak to 14 on Tuesday, dropping their season record down to 2-17 in the process. They came up short against the Hillcrest Trojans, falling 18-0. Unfortunately, that's the second time they've come up short against the Trojans this season, as they also lost their prior matchup 21-0 on April 10th.
As for Hillcrest, the win made it two in a row for them and bumps their season record up to 15-11. Considering they have won eight matchups by more than five runs this season, Tuesday's blowout was nothing new.
For Hillcrest's part, Ashley James tossed a big game, keeping things locked down with no earned runs or hits while striking out 12 over five innings pitched. James has been nothing but reliable on the mound: she hasn't tossed less than six strikeouts in eight consecutive appearances.
On the hitting side, the team relied heavily on Melody Acevedo, who went 2-for-4 with one home run, four runs, and two stolen bases. That's the most stolen bases she has posted since back in March. The team also got some help courtesy of Katelyn Kline, who went 2-for-3 with one home run, four RBI, and one double.
Both teams will have to hit the road in their upcoming games. Vista del Lago will venture away from home to challenge Canyon Springs at 3:15 p.m. on Thursday. The Cougars' pitching crew has only allowed 3.9 runs per game this season, so the Ravens' hitters will have their work cut out for them. As for Hillcrest, they will head out to face off against JW North at 3:15 p.m. on Thursday.
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