Trona lost to Desert Christian two weeks ago, but they didn't allow them the same satisfaction on Tuesday. The Tornadoes sure made it a nail-biter, but they managed to escape with an 8-6 win over the Knights. The victory made it back-to-back wins for the Tornadoes.
Lily Mehan
| 04/22/25 vs Desert Christian | 9 |
| 04/17/25 vs Lee Vining | 16 |
| 04/15/25 vs Immanuel Christian | 9 |
| 04/10/25 @ Desert Christian | 16 |
| 04/04/25 vs Non Varsity Opponent | 12 |
| + 7 more games |
Lily Mehan made a splash while hitting and pitching. On the mound, she struck out nine batters over seven innings while giving up three earned (and three unearned) runs off six hits. She has been consistent for a while: she hasn't tossed less than five strikeouts any time she's pitched this season. She was also stellar in the batter's box, getting on base in all four of her plate appearances with three RBI, one stolen base, and one double.
In other batting news, Nyomi Smith was incredible, going 2-for-3 with five stolen bases, two runs, and two RBI. She is on a roll when it comes to stolen bases, as she's now snagged at least one in each of the last five games she's played. Another player making a difference was Autumn Dunn, who went 2-for-3 with two stolen bases and two runs.
Trona was getting hits left and right and finished the game having posted a batting average of .381. They are a perfect 3-0 when they post a batting average of .375 or better.
Trona's victory bumped their record up to 7-5. As for Desert Christian, they dropped their record down to 6-11-1 with the loss, which was their third straight on the road.
Looking ahead, Trona will venture away from home to square off against Immanuel Christian at 3:15 p.m. on Friday. As for Desert Christian, they will host Palmdale Academy Charter School at 3:15 p.m. on Thursday.
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