Ashland hit North Eugene with a four-run seventh inning on Friday, which goes a long way in explaining the final result. The Highlanders fell just short of the Grizzlies by a score of 9-8. The Highlanders were not able to repeat the success they had when they faced the Grizzlies earlier this season, when they won 8-5.
Kaylani Washburn made the most of her time at bat despite the final result and went 3-for-4 with two RBI, one run, and one double. The team also got some help courtesy of Peyton Ebert, who went 2-for-4 with two runs and one stolen base.
North Eugene has been struggling recently as they've lost seven of their last eight games. That's put a noticeable dent in their 8-8 record this season. As for Ashland, they have been performing well recently as they've won five of their last six matchups. That's provided a nice bump to their 6-8 record this season.
While North Eugene had to take the loss, they won't have to wait long to give it another shot: the pair will be back at it again later today.
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