Kent-Meridian had lost 17 straight on the road dating back to last season, but on Thursday they dropped their record down to 1-18 to make it 18. They lost 16-2 to the Kentlake Falcons. Unfortunately, that's the second time they've come up short against the Falcons this season, as they also lost their prior matchup 21-6 back in April.
As for Kentlake, the win (which was their third in a row) raised their record to 10-7. Considering they have won nine contests by more than five runs this season, Thursday's blowout was nothing new.
For Kentlake's part, Soliesa Cruz and Leone Suamataia made a big impact no matter where they played. Throwing, Cruz pitched two innings while giving up no earned runs off one hit. Meanwhile, Suamataia struck out eight batters over three innings while giving up no earned runs or hits (and only one walk). Cruz has been consistent recently: she hasn't given up more than two walks in three consecutive appearances. At the plate, Cruz went a perfect 2-for-2 with two RBI and one double, while Suamataia got on base in both of her plate appearances with two RBI.
In other batting news, Riley Linnane was a standout: she got on base in all four of her plate appearances with four RBI, one stolen base, and one run. Jasmine Demecilio was another key player, going a perfect 2-for-2 with three RBI, two runs, and one double.
We've got plenty of inter-district action coming up soon. Kent-Meridian will take on rival Federal Way at 4:00 p.m. on Friday. Meanwhile, Kentlake is set to face off against their familiar foe White River at 4:30 p.m. on Friday.
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