Rio Linda dropped their record down to 20-7 on Tuesday, which also ended the team's eight-game streak of wins at home. They lost 10-2 to the Dixon Rams. Unfortunately, that's the second time they've come up short against the Rams this season, as they also lost their prior matchup 9-1 back in April.
Rio Linda saw seven different players step up and record at least one hit. One of them was Nakayla Williams, who went 1-for-3 with one stolen base and one RBI.
As for Dixon, they are on a roll lately: they've won nine of their last 12 games. That's provided a nice bump to their 14-6 record this season. They might be getting used to big wins seeing as the team has won 11 matches by six runs or more this season.
On Dixon's side, Dakota Gaball spent all eight innings on the mound, and it's clear why: she surrendered only one earned (and one unearned) run on eight hits and racked up six Ks. Gaball has been consistent recently: she hasn't given up more than one earned run in three consecutive appearances.
On the hitting side, Emily Morris was incredible, going 4-for-5 with three RBI, two runs, and one triple. That's the most hits she has posted since back in February. Allison Latham was another key player, going 3-for-4 with two runs, one stolen base, and two RBI.
Looking ahead, Rio Linda will be playing in front of their home fans against Antelope at 6:30 p.m. on Thursday. The Knights' pitchers better be ready for this one: the Titans have averaged an impressive 8.1 runs per game this season. Dixon does not have any more games scheduled as of now.
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