Austin can finally bid farewell to their five-game losing streak thanks to their game on Thursday. They were the clear victor by a 31-17 margin over the Young Women's STEAM Research & Preparatory Academy Warriors. Austin's hitters stepped up their game for this one, as that was the most runs they've scored all season.
Valdina Faleafaga was a standout: she got on base in all six of her plate appearances with six runs, four RBI, and a triple. Alicia Alvarado was another key contributor, getting on base in five of her six plate appearances with six RBI, four runs, and a triple.
On Young Women's STEAM Research & Preparatory Academy's side, Analuz Silva was cooking despite her team's loss, scoring a run and stealing three bases while going 3-for-5.
Austin's win ended a three-game drought on the road and puts them at 3-14. As for Young Women's STEAM Research & Preparatory Academy, they haven't won a game yet this season and fell to 0-9.
Austin will be staying on the road on Tuesday to face off against Irvin at 6:00 p.m. Irvin is coming into the game with six straight defeats at home, meaning Austin will have to defend against a team hungry for a victory. As for Young Women's STEAM Research & Preparatory Academy, they will head out on the road to take on Bowie at 6:00 p.m. on Tuesday.
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