Pinecrest Academy Cadence extended their losing streak to three on Thursday, dropping their season record down to 3-12 in the process. They came up short against the Rancho Rams, falling 15-0. Considering the last time the Cougars couldn't score was back in March, the team can't take the result too hard.
As for Rancho, they have been performing incredibly well recently as they've won six of their last seven matches. That's provided a massive bump to their 7-5 record this season. They might be getting used to big wins seeing as the team has won five contests by six runs or more this season.
For Rancho's part, Brooklynn Braun made a big impact while hitting and pitching. She looked comfortable on the mound, striking out six batters over three innings while giving up no earned runs off one hit (and not a single walk). Braun has been nothing but reliable: she hasn't tossed less than six strikeouts in ten consecutive appearances. She was also stellar in the batter's box, getting on base in all three of her plate appearances with three runs and two RBI.
In other batting news, the team relied heavily on Layla Stout, who got on base in all three of her plate appearances with two stolen bases and three runs. That's the most stolen bases she has posted since back in April of 2024. Kylie Osbahr also deserves some recognition as she snagged her first stolen base of the season.
Both teams will have to hit the road in their upcoming games. Pinecrest Academy Cadence will head out to face off against Del Sol at 3:30 p.m. on Tuesday. The Dragons will roll in looking for their sixth straight victory, something the Cougars surely won't give up without a fight. As for Rancho, they will venture away from home to take on Spring Valley at 3:30 p.m. on Tuesday. The Rams' pitchers better be ready for this one: the Grizzlies have averaged an impressive 8.9 runs per game this season.
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