Xavier Prep extended their losing streak to 11 on Thursday, dropping them down to 1-13. They came up short against the Rancho Mirage Rattlers, falling 18-1. That's two games in a row now that the Saints have lost by exactly 17 runs.
As for Rancho Mirage, the victory (which was their fourth in a row) raised their record to 9-5. The result was nothing new for the Rattlers, who have now won seven contests by seven runs or more so far this season.
For Rancho Mirage's part, Tynisha Adams and Syana Salinas were major factors while hitting and pitching. Throwing, Adams pitched one inning while giving up no earned runs or hits. Meanwhile, Salinas pitched four innings while giving up just one earned run off four hits. She has been nothing but reliable on the mound: she hasn't given up more than one earned run in four consecutive appearances. At the plate, Adams went a perfect 1-for-1 with three RBI, while Salinas got on base in three of her five plate appearances with two runs, one stolen base, and one RBI.
In other batting news, the team relied heavily on Jezell Espericueta, who got on base in four of her five plate appearances with one home run, four runs, and three RBI. She also hit a triple, marking her first of the season. Madison Kole was another key player, getting on base in four of her five plate appearances with three stolen bases, three runs, and one double.
Coming up, Xavier Prep will face off against Rancho Christian at 6:00 p.m. on Friday. As for Rancho Mirage, they will challenge Westminster at 10:00 a.m. on Monday.
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