Calexico extended their losing streak to six on Tuesday, dropping them down to 1-7. They came up short against the Imperial Tigers, falling 16-0. The result was an unpleasant reminder to the Bulldogs of the 7-3 loss they experienced in the pair's previous head-to-head fixture back in March of 2025.
As for Imperial, the win was the fourth in a row for them, bringing their record up to 5-4. The victories came thanks in part to their hitting performance across that stretch, as they averaged 15.3 runs over those games.
For Imperial's part, Cienna Alvarez was a major factor while hitting and pitching. She looked comfortable on the mound, pitching three innings while giving up no earned runs or hits. Alvarez has been consistent: she hasn't given up more than two walks in five consecutive appearances. She was also solid in the batter's box, going 1-for-3 with one stolen base, one run, and one RBI.
In other pitching news, Sierra Shelton looked comfortable as she pitched two innings while giving up no earned runs off one hit. She has been nothing but reliable on the mound: she hasn't given up more than two walks in four consecutive appearances.
Back at the plate, Raegan Ray was incredible, going a perfect 4-for-4 with four runs, three RBI, and one triple. That's the most RBI she has posted since back in March of 2025. Mirella Barron was another key player, going 2-for-3 with three runs, two doubles, and one RBI.
While Calexico had to take the loss, they won't have to wait long to give it another shot: the pair's next game is a rematch scheduled at 6:30 p.m. on Friday.
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