Fortuna had already proven themselves in the regular season and they didn't miss a beat now that it's playoff time. They never let the Ferndale Wildcats onto the board and left with a 7-0 victory on Tuesday. The result was nothing new for Fortuna, who have now won nine matchups by seven runs or more so far this season.
Isabel Sanchez was a major factor while hitting and pitching. She kept things locked down with no earned runs or hits while striking out 20 over seven innings pitched. Sanchez has been nothing but reliable on the mound: she hasn't pitched less than five innings in three consecutive pitching appearances. Sanchez was also big at the plate, scoring a run while getting on base in three of her four plate appearances.
In other batting news, Olivia Scilacci was incredible, scoring two runs and stealing a base while going 2-for-2. Mariah Bravo was another key contributor, scoring two runs while getting on base in two of her three plate appearances.
Fortuna's win was their seventh straight at home, which pushed their record up to 15-6. As for Ferndale, they have traveled a rocky road recently having lost 11 of their last 13 contests, which put a noticeable dent in their 4-16 record this season.
Fortuna will take on St. Bernard's at 7:00 p.m. on Thursday. St. Bernard's will roll in looking for their ninth straight victory, something Fortuna surely won't give up without a fight. Ferndale does not have any more games scheduled as of now.
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