Clintondale extended their losing streak to three on Wednesday, dropping them down to 1-4. They came up short against the Sterling Heights Stallions, falling 21-15. The result was an unpleasant reminder to the Dragons of the 0-0 loss they experienced in the pair's previous head-to-head fixture back in April of 2025.
As for Sterling Heights, the win (which was their third in a row) raised their record to 4-3. They might be getting used to big wins seeing as the team has won four games by six runs or more this season.
For Sterling Heights' part, Alina Pileri made a big impact while hitting and pitching. On the mound, she didn't allow a single earned run while striking out six over four innings pitched. Pileri has been consistent recently: she hasn't given up more than one earned run in three consecutive appearances. She was also big at the plate, going 2-for-4 with three stolen bases, four RBI, and two runs. Those RBI were her first of the season.
In other batting news, the team relied heavily on Liza Galley, who went a perfect 4-for-4 with three stolen bases, four runs, and three doubles. She has been hot recently, having posted three or more stolen bases the last three times she's played. Another player making a difference was Alex Horvath, who went a perfect 4-for-4 with four stolen bases, three runs, and two RBI.
Coming up, Clintondale is taking a road trip to square off against Fitzgerald at 4:30 p.m. on Thursday. As for Sterling Heights, they will be playing at home against Roseville at 4:00 p.m. on Friday. The Stallions' pitchers better be ready for this one: the Panthers have averaged an impressive 15.4 runs per game this season.
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