Alta was not able to break out of their rough patch on Tuesday as the team picked up their fourth straight loss. They fell 15-12 to the West Panthers. The final score was a far cry from the score of their previous head-to-head, which saw the teams combine for three runs.
Stella Preece led a balanced group of hitters, going 3-for-5 with four RBI, a triple, and a run. Addyson Brownell was another key contributor, scoring two runs and stealing a base while going 3-for-4.
Even though they lost, Alta was getting hits left and right and finished the game having posted a batting average of .452. They easily outclassed their opponents in that department as West only posted a batting average of .241.
On West's side, they let Josephine Gasu and Angelys Tapusoa loose on the outfield. Gasu scored two runs and stole five bases while getting on base in four of her five plate appearances, while Tapusoa went 1-for-4 with a home run, three RBI, and two runs.
Alta's defeat dropped their record down to 2-6. As for West, the victory got them back to even at 3-3.
Alta will look to defend their home field on Thursday against Highland at 3:30 p.m. Highland is coming into the contest with four straight losses on the road, meaning Alta will have to defend against a squad hungry for a win. As for West, they will face off against Olympus at 3:30 p.m. on Thursday.
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