KIPP San Jose Collegiate had lost four straight at home dating back to last season, but on Wednesday they dropped their record down to 2-6 to make it five. They lost 24-8 to the Latino College Preparatory Academy Golden Eagles. Unfortunately, that's the second time they've come up short against the Golden Eagles this season, as they also lost their prior matchup 20-14 back in April.
Natalia Ruvalcaba led a balanced group of hitters, getting on base in all three of her plate appearances with three stolen bases and two runs. Kayli Ramirez also deserves some recognition as she brought in her first RBI of the season.
As for Latino College Preparatory Academy, they are on a roll lately: they've won six of their last seven matchups. That's provided a nice bump to their 6-4 record this season. Their hitters stepped up their game for this one, as that was the most runs they've scored all season.
On Latino College Preparatory Academy's side, YULISSA HERNANDEZ was a standout: she went 2-for-4 with one home run, three runs, and four RBI. The team also got some help courtesy of ANDREA SANCHEZ, who got on base in four of her five plate appearances with one home run, four runs, and one stolen base.
Looking ahead, KIPP San Jose Collegiate will welcome Luis Valdez Leadership Academy at 3:30 p.m. on Friday. The Wolfpack are facing the Lions at the right time seeing as the Lions are stuck on a nine-game losing streak. As for Latino College Preparatory Academy, they will host El Primero at 5:30 p.m. on Friday. The Golden Eagles' pitchers better be ready for this one: the Lobos have averaged an impressive 10.6 runs per game this season.
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