Malibu used two big innings to defeat host Carpinteria, 16-8, in a Citrus Coast League baseball game on Wednessday.
The Warriors tied the game at 4-4 on a two-out, two-run single to right field by Beto Martinez.
Malibu responded with eight runs in the sixth and four in the seventh to put the game out of reach.
“It was such a good game before the wheels fell off in the 6th,” said coach Pat Cooney. “Our offense was productive against a good pitcher and our pitching and defense were just good enough to keep us in the game. The breakdowns cost us as Malibu was able to capitalize each time we gave them an opportunity.”
Erich Goebel led Carpintera with three hits — a two-run homer, a tripled and a a double. Talon Trumble, Zach Mata, and Martinez ended up with two hits apiece, while Hunter Garcia scored three runs.
“We’ll need to make some adjustments at practice tomorrow and come back Friday with a refreshed game plan,” said Cooney.
The Warriors visit Malibu on Friday, hoping to salvage the final meeting between the two teams this season.