Alisal made up a huge gap compared to their last game against Monte Vista Christian, but they still couldn't quite topple them. The Alisal Trojans blew past the Monte Vista Christian Mustangs 17-7 on Tuesday. This was payback for the Trojans, who suffered a 16-9 loss the last time these two teams met.
Nevaeh Lopez was a major factor no matter where she played. She looked comfortable on the mound, striking out six batters over six innings while giving up just two earned (and five unearned) runs off eight hits. That's the fewest hits she has allowed since back in April of 2024. She was also solid in the batter's box, going 2-for-5 with three RBI. That's the most hits she has posted since back in April of 2024.
In other batting news, Jasmine Estrada was a standout: she scored two runs while going 2-for-4. What's more, she posted two doubles, the most she's had since back in March of 2024. The team also got some help courtesy of Aaliyah Ruiz, who scored four runs while going 2-for-5.
Alisal hit smart and finished the game with only one strikeout. They easily outclassed their opponents in that department as Monte Vista Christian struck out six times.
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| 03/18/25 - Away | 17-7 W |
| 04/24/23 - Home | 9-16 L |
| 04/17/23 - Away | 8-10 L |
| 05/05/22 - Home | 12-2 W |
| 04/05/22 - Away | 9-7 W |
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Alisal's first victory this season bumped their record up to 1-2. As for Monte Vista Christian, they have traveled a rocky road recently, having lost four of their last five matchups. That's put a noticeable dent in their 4-5 record this season.
Both teams will have to hit the road in their upcoming games. Alisal will challenge Pacific Grove at 6:30 p.m. on Wednesday. Pacific Grove is strutting in with some hitting muscle as they've averaged 9.2 runs per game this season. As for Monte Vista Christian, they will venture away from home to take on Carmel at 4:30 p.m. on Thursday. Monte Vista Christian has given up an average of 6.6 runs per game this season, so hopefully the team got some pitching drills in this week.
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