Grand Junction Central extended their losing streak (dating back to last season) to five on Saturday, dropping them down to 0-4. They might be feeling deja-vu: they lost 9-8 to the Discovery Canyon Thunder, which was the same score (and result) they got the week prior. The Warriors were given a dose of their own medicine in this game as the Thunder apparently hadn't forgotten their defeat the last time these teams played back in August of 2015.
Emma Grabau made the most of her time in the batter's box despite the final result and went 2-for-3 with three RBI, two runs, and two doubles. Bryle West was another key player, going a perfect 1-for-1 with one run and one RBI.
Discovery Canyon's first win this season bumped their record up to 1-3. For those keeping track at home, that's the closest victory they have posted since October 5, 2024.
On Discovery Canyon's side, Ryan McCann spent all seven innings on the mound, and it's clear why: she surrendered just two earned (and six unearned) runs on three hits and racked up six Ks.
At the plate, Discovery Canyon got a massive performance out of Bella Holcomb, who went 2-for-3 with one home run and three RBI. Another player making a difference was Izzie Ackerman, who went 1-for-3 with two stolen bases, two runs, and one RBI.
Both squads are looking forward to the support of their home crowds in their upcoming games. Grand Junction Central will challenge Montrose at 3:00 p.m. on Thursday. As for Discovery Canyon, they will take on Elizabeth at 3:30 p.m. on Wednesday. The Thunder's pitchers better be ready for this one: the Cardinals have averaged an impressive 6.8 runs per game this season.
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