Walla Walla was not able to break out of their rough patch on Tuesday as the team picked up their third straight defeat. Their tough 11-2 loss to the Southridge Suns might stick with them for a while. The result was an unpleasant reminder to Walla Walla of the 13-6 defeat they experienced in the pair's previous head-to-head fixture back in April of 2023.
For Southridge's part, Jabari Simon was a major factor no matter where he played. On the mound, he pitched an inning while giving up no earned runs or hits (he also didn't allow any walks). Simon was also big at the plate, going 2-for-4 with three RBI.
In other pitching news, Payton Barnes tossed a big game, striking out eight batters over six innings while giving up just one earned (and one unearned) run off three hits.
Back at the plate, the team relied heavily on Leomar Gonzalez Rangel, who scored three runs and stole a base while going 1-for-4. Tyler Gaskins was another key contributor, scoring two runs and stealing a base while going 2-for-4.
Walla Walla's loss dropped their record down to 7-5. As for Southridge, their win ended a four-game drought on the road dating back to last season and puts them at 3-8.
Walla Walla will face off against Kamiakin at 2:00 p.m. on Friday. Kamiakin will roll in looking for their 11th straight victory, something Walla Walla surely won't give up without a fight. As for Southridge, they will be playing in front of their home fans against Hanford at 4:00 p.m. on Friday. The timing isn't great for Southridge: they have been struggling with five straight losses at home, while Hanford has snatched up five consecutive wins on the road.
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