Crean Lutheran had lost ten straight on the road dating back to last season, but on Tuesday they dropped their record down to 5-20 to make it 11. They came up short against the Yorba Linda Mustangs, falling 19-9. While the Saints didn't get the win, they did start the game off strong, beating the Mustangs 7-0 in the first period.
Kate Werner made the most of her time at bat despite the final result and went 2-for-3 with two runs, one stolen base, and one RBI. The team also got some help courtesy of Kaylee Purkey, who went 2-for-3 with two RBI and one double.
As for Yorba Linda, they now have a winning record of 13-12. They might be getting used to big wins seeing as the team has won eight contests by six runs or more this season.
On Yorba Linda's side, Samantha Cook made a splash while hitting and pitching. On the mound, she struck out eight batters over three innings while giving up no earned runs or hits (and not a single walk). That's the most strikeouts Cook has posted since back in March. She was also stellar in the batter's box, going 1-for-3 with one home run, three runs, and four RBI.
In other batting news, Yorba Linda got a massive performance out of Madeline Jeanblanc, who went 2-for-3 with three runs, three RBI, and one double. Jeanblanc has been hot recently, having posted three or more RBI the last three times she's played. Saige Block also deserves some recognition as she launched her first home run of the season.
As of now, neither Crean Lutheran nor Yorba Linda have any future games scheduled.
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