Knight extended their losing streak to three on Tuesday, dropping them down to 4-8. They came up short against the Eastside Lions, falling 25-5. Unfortunately, that's the second time they've come up short against the Lions this season, as they also lost their prior matchup 13-5 back in March.
Desiree Ahumada was cooking despite her team's loss, getting on base in all three of her plate appearances with one home run and two runs. That home run marked the first that she has launched this season. Izabelle Dominguez was another key player, getting on base in all three of her plate appearances with one stolen base.
As for Eastside, their win bumped their record up to 14-6. They might be getting used to big wins seeing as the team has won seven games by seven runs or more this season.
On Eastside's side, Hailey Lavendier was excellent, firing off two home runs, five runs, and six RBI while going 6-for-6. Those two home runs gave Lavendier a new career-high. The team also got some help courtesy of Jaymie-Lee Salas, who went 3-for-5 with three runs, four RBI, and one triple.
Both teams will have to hit the road in their upcoming contests. Knight will venture away from home to take on Lancaster at 3:15 p.m. on Thursday. As for Eastside, they will head out to challenge Quartz Hill at 3:15 p.m. on Thursday. The Royals will roll in looking for their ninth straight victory, something the Lions surely won't give up without a fight.
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