California School for the Deaf-Riverside won a close one the last time they played, but unfortunately they suffered a serious change of fortune on Monday. They wound up on the wrong side of a tough 23-4 walloping at the hands of the United Christian Academy Eagles. The result was an unpleasant reminder to California School for the Deaf-Riverside of the 16-1 loss they experienced in the pair's previous head-to-head fixture last Tuesday.
Juliana Diaz was cooking despite her team's loss, going 1-for-2 with a home run and two RBI. Jaydeen Diaz was another key contributor, scoring a run and stealing two bases while going 2-for-2.
On United Christian Academy's side, Tiffany Sanchez was a major factor while hitting and pitching. On the mound, she struck out six batters over four innings while giving up just two earned (and two unearned) runs off four hits (and only one walk). Sanchez has been consistent recently: she hasn't given up more than two walks in six consecutive pitching appearances. Sanchez was also big at the plate, scoring three runs while getting on base in all five of her plate appearances.
In other batting news, Lexi Rodriguez was incredible, firing off two home runs, eight RBI, and three runs while going 3-for-3. Another player making a difference was Liliana Perez, who scored three runs and stole a base while getting on base in all four of her plate appearances.
California School for the Deaf-Riverside has been struggling recently as they've lost five of their last six matches, which put a noticeable dent in their 3-6 record this season. As for United Christian Academy, the win was the fifth in a row for them, bringing their record for this year to 9-4.
Both teams are looking forward to the support of their home crowds in their upcoming games. California School for the Deaf-Riverside will stay at home for another game and welcome Hamilton at 4:30 p.m. on Tuesday. United Christian Academy will take on Sherman Indian at 3:15 p.m. on Tuesday. Sherman Indian is coming into the contest with five straight defeats on the road, meaning United Christian Academy will have to defend against a squad hungry for a victory.
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