Mt. Whitney had lost six straight on the road dating back to last season, but on Wednesday they dropped down to 1-7 to make it seven. They took a 15-12 hit to the loss column at the hands of the Minarets Mustangs. The Pioneers were given a dose of their own medicine in this game as the Mustangs apparently hadn't forgotten their loss the last time these teams played back in April of 2017.
As for Minarets, their record is now 6-3. While they didn't have the best season last year (they finished 8-13), it's starting to look like those struggles are a thing of the past.
For Minarets' part, Addison Lafferty looked comfortable as she tossed 3.2 innings while giving up just one earned (and two unearned) runs off two hits. Lafferty has been consistent: she hasn't given up more than two walks any time she's pitched this season.
On the hitting side, Kristina Nichols and Nadia Faysal did most of the damage at the plate: Nichols went 3-for-5 with three runs, three RBI, and one stolen base, while Faysal went 3-for-4 with three RBI, two runs, and one double. That's the most hits Nichols has posted since back in April of 2025. Kali Johnson was another key player, going 2-for-4 with two RBI and one run.
Looking ahead, Mt. Whitney will face off against Fresno at 3:30 p.m. on Thursday. As for Minarets, they will challenge Riverdale at 4:00 p.m. on Thursday.
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