Pomona lost to Conifer back in September of 2023, but they didn't allow them the same satisfaction on Tuesday. The Pomona Panthers sure made it a nail-biter, but they managed to escape with a 7-6 win over the Conifer Lobos.
Lizzie DeVries spent all seven innings on the mound, and it's clear why: she surrendered six runs (all of which were unearned) on six hits. Those seven innings set a new season-high mark for her.
At the plate, Lia Martinez was a standout: she scored two runs and stole two bases while going 2-for-4. The team also got some help courtesy of Julyssa Garcia, who scored a run while going 2-for-3.
Pomona's victory bumped their record up to 4-5. As for Conifer, the defeat snapped their winning streak at six games and leaves them with a 6-1 record.
Pomona will take on Dakota Ridge at 4:30 p.m. on Thursday. The last four games Pomona has played have been within two runs, so don't be surprised if it's a close one. As for Conifer, their road trip will continue as they head out to face D'Evelyn at 4:30 p.m. on Thursday. D'Evelyn is strutting in with some hitting muscle as they've averaged 8 runs per game this season.
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