Jefferson came into Tuesday's contest having lost four straight, but that streak is now in the rearview. They blew past the Brackenridge Eagles 19-6. Jefferson's hitters stepped up their game for this one, as that was the most runs they've scored all season.
Danielle Calvario made a splash no matter where she played. She struck out 11 batters over five innings while giving up five earned (and one unearned) runs off four hits. Calvario has been nothing but reliable on the mound: she hasn't pitched less than five innings in four consecutive pitching appearances. Calvario was also stellar in the batter's box, scoring three runs and stealing a base while getting on base in four of her five plate appearances.
In other batting news, Jefferson got a massive performance out of Alex Castillo, who scored three runs and stole two bases while getting on base in three of her five plate appearances. Another player making a difference was Alyssa Munoz, who scored three runs and stole three bases while getting on base in four of her five plate appearances.
Jefferson's victory bumped their record up to 5-17. As for Brackenridge, they dropped their record down to 0-14 with that defeat, which was their seventh straight at home dating back to last season.
Both teams are looking forward to the support of their home crowds in their upcoming games. Jefferson will take on Sam Houston at 7:15 p.m. on Friday. Jefferson is facing Sam Houston at the right time seeing as Sam Houston is stuck on an eight-game losing streak. As for Brackenridge, they will be playing at home against Alamo Heights at 7:15 p.m. on Wednesday.
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