McFarland was not able to break out of their rough patch on Thursday as the team picked up their fourth straight defeat. They lost 10-0 to the Taft Wildcats. The result was an unpleasant reminder to McFarland of the 26-0 loss they experienced in the pair's previous head-to-head fixture last Tuesday.
For Taft's part, RILYNNE STENDERUP was a major factor no matter where she played. She looked comfortable on the mound, not allowing a single earned run and only one hit while striking out nine over six innings pitched. STENDERUP has been consistent recently: she hasn't given up more than one walk in three consecutive pitching appearances. STENDERUP was also solid in the batter's box, scoring two runs and stealing two bases while going 1-for-3.
In other batting news, the team relied heavily on KATELYNN MOORE, who scored three runs and stole a base while going 2-for-3. LIBERTY GREGORY was another key contributor, scoring a run while going 2-for-3.
McFarland's defeat dropped their record down to 10-18. As for Taft, the win was the ninth in a row for them, bringing their record for this year to 23-2-1.
McFarland does not have any more games scheduled as of now. As for Taft, they will head out on the road to challenge Delano at 4:00 p.m. on Tuesday.
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