Minarets's game last Friday was a tough loss, but they didn't let that memory haunt them on Monday. They came out on top against the Sierra Chieftains by a score of 10-6. The high-flying hitting performance was a huge turnaround for Minarets considering their two-run performance the game before.
For Sierra's part, Adriana Carillo was huge while hitting and pitching even without the win. She looked comfortable on the mound, striking out six batters over six innings while giving up just two earned (and eight unearned) runs off eight hits. Carillo has been consistent recently: she hasn't pitched less than five innings in ten consecutive pitching appearances. Carillo was also stellar in the batter's box, going 3-for-4 with two stolen bases, two RBI, and a double.
In other batting news, Lexi Valle made the most of her time at bat despite the final result and scored three runs and stole a base while getting on base in three of her four plate appearances. Abby Bays was another key contributor, scoring a run and stealing a base while going 1-for-3.
Minarets' victory bumped their record up to 3-8. As for Sierra, they now have a losing record at 5-6.
Minarets didn't take long to hit the field again: they've already played their next contest, a 12-0 loss vs. Lompoc on the 25th. As for Sierra, they will be staying on the road on Tuesday to face off against Minarets at 4:00 p.m. The timing isn't great for Minarets: they have been struggling with three straight losses at home, while Sierra has snatched up three consecutive wins on the road.
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