Weston Ranch won the last time they faced Franklin and things went their way on Thursday too. The Cougars walked away with a 10-7 victory over the Yellowjackets. The win made it back-to-back victories for the Cougars.
Treshia Garcia made a splash while hitting and pitching. She looked comfortable on the mound, striking out six batters over seven innings while giving up five earned (and two unearned) runs off seven hits. She has been consistent: she hasn't given up more than two walks in five consecutive appearances. She was also solid in the batter's box, getting on base in three of her four plate appearances with one run and one double. That double was her first of the season.
Baylee Santiago
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In other batting news, the team relied heavily on Baylee Santiago, who got on base in all four of her plate appearances with three stolen bases and four runs. She is on a roll when it comes to stolen bases, as she's now snagged three or more in each of the last three games she's played. Emma Melgar also deserves some recognition as she snagged her first stolen base of the season.
Weston Ranch's record is now 8-4. As for Franklin, they have traveled a rocky road recently, having lost three of their last four contests. That's put a noticeable dent in their 2-5 record this season.
We've got plenty of inter-league action coming up soon. Weston Ranch will take on rival Edison at 4:00 p.m. on Tuesday. Meanwhile, Franklin is set to square off against their familiar foe Bear Creek at 4:00 p.m. on Tuesday.
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