Atascadero has not done well against Templeton recently (they were 2-7 in their previous nine matchups), but they didn't let the past get in their way on Friday. The Atascadero Greyhounds skirted past the Templeton Eagles 14-12. The victory made it back-to-back wins for Atascadero.
Olivia Moscardi was a major factor no matter where she played. She looked comfortable on the mound, not allowing a single earned run while striking out six over seven innings pitched. Moscardi has been nothing but reliable: she hasn't given up more than two walks in five consecutive pitching appearances. Moscardi was also big at the plate, firing off two home runs and five RBI while getting on base in four of her five plate appearances.
In other batting news, Carmen Burrell was incredible, scoring four runs and stealing two bases while going 3-for-4. Another player making a difference was Priscilla Allison, who scored a run while getting on base in all four of her plate appearances.
On Templeton's side, Jessie Branch and Bailey Fiorenza did some serious damage despite the final result: Branch got on base in four of her five plate appearances with four RBI, a run, and a double, while Fiorenza scored three runs and stole a base while getting on base in three of her five plate appearances. Emma Marquart was another key contributor, scoring two runs and stealing a base while going 1-for-5.
Even though they lost, Templeton was hitting in the alleys and finished the game with three doubles. That's the most doubles they've managed all season.
Atascadero is on a roll lately: they've won three of their last four games, which provided a massive bump to their 11-12 record this season. As for Templeton, they have been struggling recently as they've lost 12 of their last 14 contests, which put a noticeable dent in their 5-15 record this season.
Atascadero will head out on the road to square off against Taft on Wednesday. Taft knows how to get runs on the board -- the team has finished with flashy run totals in its past six matchups -- so hopefully Atascadero likes a good challenge. Templeton does not have any more games scheduled as of now.
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