West had lost 12 straight on the road dating back to last season, but on Thursday they dropped their record down to 5-13 to make it 13. They came up short against the Tehachapi Warriors, falling 20-2. Unfortunately, that's the second time they've come up short against the Warriors this season, as they also lost their prior matchup 16-0 on Tuesday.
As for Tehachapi, they have been performing incredibly well recently as they've won seven of their last eight contests. That's provided a massive bump to their 13-9 record this season. Those victories came thanks in part to their pitching effort, having only surrendered 3.3 runs on average over those games.
For Tehachapi's part, Aidan McIrvin made a splash no matter where she played. She looked comfortable on the mound, not allowing a single earned run over five innings pitched. McIrvin was also stellar in the batter's box, going 2-for-4 with one home run, four RBI, and two runs. That home run was her first of the season.
In other batting news, Emma Roed was incredible, going a perfect 3-for-3 with four runs, three RBI, and two doubles. Those four runs gave her a new career-high. Another player making a difference was Averianna Porter, who got on base in three of her four plate appearances with three RBI and one run.
Looking ahead, West will head out on the road to face off against East Bakersfield at 4:00 p.m. on Tuesday. The Vikings are facing the Blades at the right time seeing as the Blades are stuck on a 16-game losing streak. As for Tehachapi, they will welcome Golden Valley at 4:00 p.m. on Tuesday.
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