Mira Loma can finally bid farewell to their 20-game losing streak dating back to last season thanks to their game on Monday. They had just enough and edged the Mesa Verde Mavericks out 18-17. The high-scoring effort was just what Mira Loma needed considering they were shutout in their previous matchup.
The team relied heavily on Sarah Kneeland, who scored five runs while going 3-for-5. The team also got some help courtesy of Miriam Arenal, who scored three runs while getting on base in four of her six plate appearances.
On Mesa Verde's side, Madison Martin was cooking despite her team's loss, scoring three runs and stealing a base while getting on base in five of her six plate appearances. Another player making a difference was Mikaylah Chimara, who scored three runs and stole three bases while getting on base in four of her six plate appearances.
Mira Loma made their fans wait, but they earned their first win of the season to make their record 1-8. As for Mesa Verde, they have been struggling recently as they've lost seven of their last eight contests, which put a noticeable dent in their 8-8 record this season.
Mira Loma will head out on the road to challenge Casa Roble at 4:30 p.m. on Wednesday. Casa Roble is strutting in with some hitting muscle, as they've averaged 7.9 runs per game this season. As for Mesa Verde, they will look to defend their home field on Wednesday against Rio Linda at 4:30 p.m. Mesa Verde is strutting in with some hitting muscle, as they've averaged 9.1 runs per game this season.
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