The matchup between Temecula Prep and California Military Institute on Wednesday hardly resembled the 2-0 effort from their previous meeting. The Patriots were the clear victors by a 19-1 margin over the Rough Riders. The win was some much needed relief for the Patriots as it spelled an end to their five-game losing streak.
Nahri Scarlett made a big impact while hitting and pitching. She looked comfortable on the mound, pitching five innings while giving up just one earned run off two hits. Scarlett was also stellar in the batter's box, scoring four runs and stealing three bases while going 4-for-4. She has been hot recently, having posted two or more stolen bases the last three times she's played.
Kori Dawson
| 04/02/25 vs California Military Institute | 6 |
| 03/21/24 @ Nuview Bridge | 5 |
| 03/01/24 @ San Jacinto Leadership Academy | 5 |
| 02/28/24 @ California Lutheran | 4 |
| 04/16/24 vs Nuview Bridge | 3 |
In other batting news, Kori Dawson was a standout: she fired off three home runs, six RBI, and four runs while going 3-for-3. Those six RBI gave her a new career-high. Amina Antoine was another key player, going 3-for-4 with one home run, two stolen bases, and three runs.
Temecula Prep always had someone on base and finished the game having posted an OBP of .618. They easily outclassed their opponents in that department as California Military Institute only posted an OBP of .455.
Temecula Prep's victory bumped their record up to 2-8. As for California Military Institute, they are on a 16-game losing streak (dating back to last season) that has dropped them down to 0-6.
Looking ahead, Temecula Prep will host Arroyo Valley at 3:30 p.m. on Friday. The Hawks have struggled to contain batters this season (they've allowed 9.73 runs per game on average), something the Patriots will no doubt try to take advantage of. As for California Military Institute, they will venture away from home to square off against San Jacinto Valley Academy at 3:00 p.m. on Monday. The Rough Riders will need to watch out since the Wolves have now posted at least ten runs in their last three contests.
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