Laguna Hills had lost seven straight on the road, but on Wednesday they dropped their record down to 1-11 to make it eight. They came up short against the Calvary Chapel Eagles, falling 20-6. Unfortunately, that's the second time they've come up short against the Eagles this season, as they also lost their prior matchup 9-0 on April 4th.
Iris Martinez was cooking despite her team's loss, going 2-for-3 with three RBI, one run, and one double. Samira Bones Lopez also deserves some recognition as she scored her first run of the season.
As for Calvary Chapel, they moved to 5-12 with that victory, which also ended their four-game losing streak. Their hitters stepped up their game for this one, as that was the most runs they've scored all season.
On Calvary Chapel's side, Michelle Sisunik was a major factor while hitting and pitching. She looked comfortable on the mound, striking out ten batters over five innings while giving up just two earned (and one unearned) runs off seven hits (and only one walk). Sisunik has been consistent recently: she hasn't tossed less than seven strikeouts in three consecutive appearances. She was also solid in the batter's box, getting on base in three of her four plate appearances with two runs and two RBI. Those two runs gave her a new career-high.
In other batting news, Bella Bos was incredible, getting on base in four of her five plate appearances with one home run, five RBI, and three runs. Those five RBI gave her a new career-high. Arianna Gonzalez was another key player, going 1-for-2 with two stolen bases, two runs, and two RBI.
We've got plenty of inter-league action coming up soon. Laguna Hills will square off against rival Buena Park at 3:30 p.m. on Friday. Meanwhile, Calvary Chapel is set to challenge their familiar foe Valencia at 3:15 p.m. on Friday.
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