Minarets was not able to break out of their rough patch on Wednesday as the team picked up their fifth straight defeat. They fell 12-8 to the Sierra Chieftains. The result was an unpleasant reminder to Minarets of the 8-2 loss they experienced in the pair's previous head-to-head fixture last Tuesday.
For Sierra's part, Adriana Carillo made a big impact no matter where she played. She looked comfortable on the mound, striking out six batters over seven innings while giving up just one earned (and seven unearned) runs off ten hits (and only one walk). Carillo has been nothing but reliable: she hasn't pitched less than five innings in 13 consecutive pitching appearances. Carillo was also stellar in the batter's box, scoring two runs and stealing four bases while going 3-for-3.
In other batting news, the team relied heavily on Abby Bays, who scored three runs and stole five bases while going 3-for-4. Another player making a difference was Lexi Valle, who went 2-for-5 with two runs, a triple, and a double.
Minarets' defeat dropped their record down to 3-13. As for Sierra, they now have a winning record of 8-7.
Both teams are looking forward to the support of their home crowds in their upcoming games. Minarets will take on Yosemite at 3:00 p.m. on Tuesday. Yosemite is strutting in with some hitting muscle, as they've averaged 11 runs per game this season. As for Sierra, they will be playing in front of their home fans against Chowchilla at 4:00 p.m. on Tuesday.
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