Gilroy has relied on a stalwart pitchers averaging 2.61 runs allowed per game, but that average took a hit on Thursday. They lost 15-9 to the Leigh Longhorns. The Mustangs were not able to repeat the success they had when they faced the Longhorns earlier this season, when they won 17-0.
Ariela Yslava was cooking despite her team's loss, firing off two home runs, three runs, and three RBI while going 4-for-5. Andrea Alvarez also deserves some recognition as she snagged her first stolen base of the season.
This is the second loss in a row for Gilroy and nudges their season record down to 12-6. As for Leigh, the victory snapped their losing streak at four games and leaves them with a 5-12-1 record.
Looking ahead, Gilroy will be playing in front of their home fans against Santa Teresa at 4:00 p.m. on Friday. The last four games the Saints have played have been within two runs, so don't be surprised if it's a close one. As for Leigh, they will head out on the road to take on Branham at 4:00 p.m. on Thursday.
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