For the second straight game, Pacifica will face off against San Marcos. The Tritons will head out on the road to take on the Royals at 3:30 p.m. on Friday. Pacifica has given up an average of 11.7 runs per game this season, but Friday's game will give them a chance to turn things around.
Pacifica is headed into Friday's contest looking for a big change in momentum after dropping their fourth straight game on Wednesday. They fell 11-6 to San Marcos. That's two games in a row now that the Tritons have lost by exactly five runs.
For San Marcos' part, Lucia Dessert spent all seven innings on the mound, and it's clear why: she surrendered just two earned (and four unearned) runs on eight hits and racked up eight Ks.
On the hitting side, Jessica Vega was a standout: she scored two runs and stole a base while going 3-for-4. That's the most hits she has posted since back in April of 2024. Gianna Mandarino was another key player, going 1-for-5 with one home run and four RBI.
San Marcos was getting hits left and right and finished the game having posted a batting average of .487. That's the best batting average they've posted all season.
The victory snapped San Marcos' losing streak at eight games and leaves them with a 5-10 record. As for Pacifica, their loss dropped their record down to 3-10.
San Marcos' pitching crew has a crucial task ahead of them: Pacifica hasn't had any issues making contact this season, having earned a batting average of .360. It's a different story for San Marcos, though, as they've only averaged .258. Will they be able to contain Pacifica's hitters? Check back here after the action for a full breakdown and analysis of the contest.
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