Godinez Fundamental had lost nine straight on the road dating back to last season, but on Friday they dropped their record down to 2-10 to make it ten. They lost 8-0 to the Tustin Tillers. The Grizzlies were given a dose of their own medicine in this game as the Tillers apparently hadn't forgotten their defeat the last time these teams played back in March of 2023.
As for Tustin, the win made it two in a row for them and bumps their season record up to 6-3. That looming 8-0 mark stands out as the most commanding margin for them yet this season.
For Tustin's part, Emery Diaz was a major factor no matter where she played. She didn't allow a single earned run and allowed only one hit while striking out 16 over seven innings pitched. Diaz has been consistent: she hasn't given up more than two walks in eight consecutive appearances. She was also stellar in the batter's box, getting on base in three of her four plate appearances with two stolen bases, two runs, and two RBI. Those two stolen bases gave her a new career-high.
In other batting news, Samantha Reyes was incredible, getting on base in all four of her plate appearances with one home run, two stolen bases, and three runs. Chelsea Sanchez also deserves some recognition as she snagged her first stolen bases of the season.
Coming up, Godinez Fundamental will look to defend their home field on Monday against Estancia at 3:15 p.m. The Grizzlies are facing the Eagles at the right time seeing as the Eagles are stuck on an eight-game losing streak. As for Tustin, they will head out on the road to challenge Costa Mesa at 3:15 p.m. on Wednesday.
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