Pirates
| 04/10/25 @ Santa Maria | 8-4 |
| 04/08/25 vs Santa Maria | 4-3 |
| 03/28/25 vs Santa Clara | 6-3 |
| 03/27/25 vs Orcutt Academy | 10-2 |
Santa Ynez entered their tilt with Santa Maria on Thursday with three consecutive wins, and they'll enter their next game with four. They walked away with an 8-4 victory over the Saints. That's the third time they've managed to beat them this season, with their most recent win being a 4-3 victory last Tuesday.
Kurran Kays spent all seven innings on the mound, and it's clear why: he surrendered just two earned (and two unearned) runs on seven hits. He has been consistent recently: he hasn't given up more than two walks in three consecutive appearances.
On the hitting side, Ben Flores was incredible, scoring two runs and stealing a base while getting on base in four of his five plate appearances. Santa Ynez is undefeated when Flores posts two or more runs, but 3-6 otherwise. David Aquistapace also deserves some recognition as he brought in his first RBI of the season.
Santa Ynez was getting hits left and right and finished the game having posted a batting average of .387. They are a perfect 3-0 when they post a batting average of .375 or better.
Santa Ynez now has a winning record of 7-6. As for Santa Maria, they have been struggling recently as they've lost four of their last five games. That's put a noticeable dent in their 11-4 record this season.
Coincidentally, Santa Ynez and Santa Maria will both be playing Carpinteria the next time they take the field. The Saints will head out to face the Warriors at 3:30 p.m. on Friday, while the Pirates will head out to face them at 3:30 p.m. on Wednesday.
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