California Lady Pintos pocket 9-8 win against Eldon Lady Mustangs

September 7, 2011 at 9:36 a.m. | Updated September 7, 2011 at 9:36 a.m.

California's Rachel Oerly prepares to bunt during the third inning of the varsity softball game against Eldon.

The California High School softball teams hosted Eldon Tuesday, Aug. 30, at the California Sports Complex Tuesday, Aug. 30, where the varsity girls captured a 9-8 win from the Lady Mustangs.

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Jessica Hughes pitched the first 3 1/2 innings and recorded two strikeouts, while Elle Miller pitched the last 3 1/2 innings, recording two strikeouts and ultimately the win.

"The Eldon team has really come a long way since last year," California Coach Jack Lake said. "You can see their coach has really pushed them to compete."

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California led 2-0 after the first inning, however, Eldon has a two-run second inning to even the score at 2-2.

For more of this story check out the Sept. 7 issue of the California Democrat.