Monroe was not able to break out of their rough patch on Wednesday as the team picked up their fifth straight defeat. They wound up on the wrong side of a tough 22-0 walloping at the hands of the Arleta Mustangs. The result was an unpleasant reminder to Monroe of the 21-0 loss they experienced in the pair's previous head-to-head fixture back in March.
For Arleta's part, CAIRA SANCHEZ was a major factor no matter where she played. She looked comfortable on the mound, not allowing a single earned run and only two hits over five innings pitched. SANCHEZ was also solid in the batter's box, scoring two runs and stealing a base while getting on base in three of her four plate appearances.
In other batting news, the team relied heavily on ISABEL MENA, who went 2-for-3 with a home run, five RBI, and three runs. Another player making a difference was KARINA SANCHEZ, who got on base in all five of her plate appearances with two runs, a triple, and two RBI.
Monroe's defeat dropped their record down to 1-10. As for Arleta, their win bumped their record up to 11-7-1.
Monroe will be playing in front of their home fans against Grant at 3:00 p.m. on Thursday. Grant is coming into the match with five straight losses on the road, meaning Monroe will have to defend against a squad hungry for a victory. As for Arleta, they will look to defend their home field on Thursday against Grace at 3:30 p.m. Grace will roll in looking for their fifth straight win, something Arleta surely won't give up without a fight.
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