Softball Recap: Leah Jensen Leads Hebron Christian to Victory over Coahulla Creek

By Team Reports Sep 14, 2024, 10:20am

Softball Recap: Hebron Christian Lions vs. Coahulla Creek Colts

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Hebron Christian waltzed into their game on Saturday with eight straight wins... but they left with nine. They narrowly escaped with a victory as the squad sidled past the Coahulla Creek Colts 2-1.

Gwen Hill spent all eight innings on the mound, and it's clear why: she surrendered only one earned run on three hits and racked up 15 Ks. That's the most strikeouts she has posted since back in October of 2023.

On the hitting side, Leah Jensen was excellent, scoring a run and stealing three bases while going 2-for-2. Another player making a difference was Juls Huber, who scored a run while going 2-for-4.

Hebron Christian didn't let batters stay on the plate for long and finished the game with 15 strikeouts. That's the most strikeouts they've managed all season.

Hebron Christian's win bumped their record up to 18-1. As for Coahulla Creek, they have been struggling recently as they've lost three of their last four matchups, which put a noticeable dent in their 12-6 record this season.

Hebron Christian will venture away from home to take on Gordon Lee at 12:35 p.m. on Saturday. Hebron Christian is looking to tack on another W to their nine-game streak on the road dating back to last season. As for Coahulla Creek, they will square off against Seckinger at 12:30 p.m. on Saturday. Seckinger is strutting in with some hitting muscle as they've averaged 10.6 runs per game this season.

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