San Rafael waltzed into their contest on Wednesday with 13 straight wins... but they left with 14. Their pitcher stepped up to hand the Tamalpais Red Tailed Hawks a 7-0 shutout. The result was nothing new for San Rafael, who have now won 13 matchups by six runs or more so far this season.
Thomara Drummer was a major factor while hitting and pitching. On the mound, she didn't allow a single earned run while striking out 17 over seven innings pitched. Drummer has been nothing but reliable: she hasn't tossed less than eight strikeouts every time she's pitched this season. Drummer was also big at the plate, scoring a run and stealing two bases while going 2-for-4.
In other batting news, Sophia Everett was incredible, going 2-for-3 with a home run and three runs. Another player making a difference was Angel Amesa, who went 1-for-2 with two RBI and a double.
On Tamalpais' side, Ava Lee spent all seven innings on the mound, and it's clear why: she surrendered just two earned (and five unearned) runs on five hits and racked up eight Ks.
San Rafael's win bumped their record up to 18-2. As for Tamalpais, they have been struggling recently as they've lost eight of their last nine games, which put a noticeable dent in their 4-16 record this season.
San Rafael will be playing in front of their home fans against Piner at 4:30 p.m. on Friday. San Rafael will be looking to keep their 13-game home win streak alive. Tamalpais does not have any more games scheduled as of now.
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