Softball Recap: Champion Golden Flashes vs. Newton Falls Tigers
Champion can now show off 12 landslide victories after their most recent matchup on Monday. Their pitcher stepped up to hand the Newton Falls Tigers a 6-0 shutout. The win made it back-to-back victories for Champion.
Gabrielle Gradishar was a major factor no matter where she played. On the mound, she struck out eight batters over three innings while giving up no earned runs or hits (and not a single walk). Gradishar has been nothing but reliable: she hasn't tossed less than five strikeouts in six consecutive pitching appearances. Gradishar was also stellar in the batter's box, going 1-for-1 with a home run and two runs.
In other batting news, the team relied heavily on Addison Warzala, who went 2-for-2 with a home run, two runs, and two RBI. Another player making a difference was Sam Strock, who scored a run and stole a base while going 1-for-1.
Champion pushed their record up to 13-3 with that win, which was their sixth straight on the road dating back to last season. As for Newton Falls, they have been struggling recently as they've lost six of their last seven contests, which put a noticeable dent in their 4-16 record this season.
Both squads will have to hit the road in their upcoming games. Champion will be staying on the road on Wednesday to face off against LaBrae at 5:00 p.m. As for Newton Falls, they will challenge Crestview at 5:00 p.m. on Wednesday.
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