Hesperia extended their losing streak (dating back to last season) to nine on Tuesday, dropping their season record down to 0-7 in the process. They came up short against the Hart Pirates, falling 20-2. The Panthers were not able to make up for their loss to the Pirates from their previous meeting back in May of 2024.
As for Hart, the victory made it two in a row for them and bumps their season record up to 5-3. Their hitters stepped up their game for this one, as that was the most runs they've scored all season.
For Hart's part, Reese Smith was a major factor while hitting and pitching. She pitched three innings while giving up no earned runs off one hit. Smith was also stellar in the batter's box, getting on base in all four of her plate appearances with four runs, one triple, and one stolen base. That triple was her first of the season.
In other batting news, Kelsey Copenhaver was incredible, getting on base in three of her five plate appearances with one home run, four runs, and four RBI. That home run marked the first that she has launched this season. The team also got some help courtesy of Maryn Klotz, who went a perfect 3-for-3 with four RBI, two runs, and one double.
While Hesperia had to take the loss, they won't have to wait long to give it another shot: the pair will be back at it again later today.
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