Shorecrest hasn't had much luck against Glacier Peak recently, but that could start to change on Wednesday. The Scots will welcome the Grizzlies at 6:30 p.m. Shorecrest will aim to continue their three-game streak of scoring more runs each contest than the last.
Shorecrest headed into their last match having not scored more than two runs for three straight, but Lynnwood let them put that streak behind them. The Scots were the clear victors by a 19-3 margin over the Royals on Monday. The victory was a breath of fresh air for the Scots as it put an end to their four-game losing streak.
Claire Maxwell
| 05/05/25 @ Lynnwood | 5 |
| 05/02/25 vs Meadowdale | 1 |
| 04/30/25 @ Edmonds-Woodway | 0 |
| 04/18/25 vs Edmonds-Woodway | 2 |
| 04/14/25 @ Meadowdale | 1 |
| + 4 more games |
Claire Maxwell made a big impact no matter where she played. She pitched five innings while giving up just one earned (and two unearned) runs off eight hits. What's more, she posted five strikeouts, the most she's had since back in March. She was also big at the plate, getting on base in four of her five plate appearances with two RBI.
In other batting news, Chloe Gurnee was incredible, getting on base in four of her five plate appearances with five runs, one stolen base, and one RBI. Those five runs gave her a new career-high. Another player making a difference was Lilia Pomaika'I Pua Titiali'I-McKinn, who went 3-for-4 with four runs and one double.
Shorecrest was getting hits left and right and finished the game having posted a batting average of .452. They are a perfect 3-0 when they post a batting average of .375 or better.
Meanwhile, Glacier Peak was not the first on the board on Tuesday, but they got there more often. They walked away with a 6-1 win over Arlington. The victory continues a trend for the Grizzlies in their matchups with the Eagles: they've now won eight in a row.
Like Shorecrest, Glacier Peak also got a great game from a two-way player: Emma Hirshorn. She looked comfortable on the mound, striking out ten batters over seven innings while giving up just one earned run off four hits (and not a single walk). Hirshorn has been consistent: she hasn't tossed less than six strikeouts in eight consecutive appearances. She was also solid in the batter's box, going 2-for-3 with two RBI and one double. That double was her first of the season.
In other batting news, the team relied heavily on Briannica Titus, who went 2-for-4 with two RBI and one double. Samantha Nielsen also deserves some recognition as she hit her first triple of the season.
Shorecrest's win bumped their record up to 5-12. As for Glacier Peak, their victory bumped their record up to 13-5.
Shorecrest might still be hurting after the 13-1 loss they got from Glacier Peak in their previous matchup back in May of 2016. Will the Scots have more luck at home instead of on the road? Check MaxPreps after the action for a full breakdown of the game and more softball content.
