Softball Recap: Granby Comets vs. Bethel Bruins
Granby extended their postseason success on Tuesday against Bethel. Their pitchers stepped up to hand the Bethel Bruins a 21-0 shutout. The result was nothing new for Granby, who have now won 15 games by ten runs or more so far this season.
Lovie Norman and Shaka Holmes made a big impact no matter where they played. On the mound, Norman tossed an inning while giving up no earned runs or hits. Meanwhile, Holmes didn't allow a single earned run and only one hit over four innings pitched. Norman has been nothing but reliable on the mound: she hasn't given up more than two walks in three consecutive pitching appearances. At the plate, Norman went 4-for-4 with six RBI, two runs, and two doubles, while Holmes scored two runs and stole a base while going 3-for-3.
In other batting news, Kya Harris was incredible, scoring three runs and stealing four bases while going 4-for-5. Another player making a difference was Taylor Langston, who scored three runs and stole three bases while getting on base in three of her five plate appearances.
The win (which was Granby's eighth in a row) raised their record to 18-2. As for Bethel, their defeat dropped their record down to 13-8.
Granby didn't take long to hit the field again: they've already played their next match, a 3-2 victory vs. Kecoughtan on the 30th. Bethel does not have any more games scheduled as of now.
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