Troy was not able to break out of their rough patch on Friday as the team picked up their sixth straight loss. They fell 7-2 to the Buena Park Coyotes. Troy was given a dose of their own medicine in this game as Buena Park apparently hadn't forgotten their defeat the last time these teams played on April 3rd.
For Buena Park's part, Mia Gonzalez was a major factor while hitting and pitching. On the mound, she struck out six batters over six innings while giving up just one earned (and one unearned) run off five hits (and only one walk). Gonzalez has been consistent recently: she hasn't pitched less than five innings in four consecutive pitching appearances. Gonzalez was also stellar in the batter's box, scoring a run and stealing a base while going 3-for-4.
In other batting news, Buena Park let Samantha Orozco and Lily Phillips loose on the outfield. Orozco scored a run while going 2-for-4, while Phillips scored three runs while going 3-for-3.
Troy's loss dropped their record down to 5-15. As for Buena Park, the victory got them back to even at 12-12.
Troy will be playing at home against Sonora at 3:30 p.m. on Monday. Sonora's pitching crew has only allowed 3.4 runs per game this season, so Troy's hitters will have their work cut out for them. As for Buena Park, they will head out on the road to face off against Sunny Hills at 3:30 p.m. on Monday. Buena Park is no doubt hoping to put an end to a six-game streak of away losses.
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