Lake View might've scored the first runs on Monday, but it was Prosser who claimed the real prize. The Lake View Wildcats fell just short of the Prosser Falcons by a score of 8-7. The loss unfortunately continues a disappointing trend for Lake View in their matchups with Prosser: they've now lost four in a row.
Dalmy Macho-Salas was cooking despite her team's loss, scoring two runs and stealing two bases while going 2-for-3.
On Prosser's side, Emily Cruz made a splash no matter where she played. She looked comfortable on the mound, striking out 11 batters over five innings while giving up just one earned (and six unearned) runs off two hits. Cruz has been consistent recently: she hasn't tossed less than nine strikeouts in seven consecutive pitching appearances. Cruz was also solid in the batter's box, going 1-for-2 with a home run and two RBI.
In other batting news, Jada Parker was excellent, scoring two runs while going 2-for-2. Sarah Kerscher was another key contributor, going 1-for-3 with three RBI.
Lake View's defeat dropped their record down to 5-7. As for Prosser, the win (which was their sixth in a row) raised their record to 6-2.
Lake View will be playing in front of their home fans against Schurz at 4:30 p.m. on Tuesday. Schurz is coming into the matchup with three straight victories on the road, so Lake View will have to stop a team with plenty of momentum. As for Prosser, they will be playing in front of their home fans against Von Steuben at 4:30 p.m. on Wednesday.
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