Stryker extended their losing streak (dating back to last season) to eight on Thursday, dropping their season record down to 0-7 in the process. They lost 11-0 to the Holgate Tigers. The Panthers were not able to make up for their loss to the Tigers from their previous meeting back in April of 2024.
Holgate's first victory this season bumped their record up to 1-7. Their offense finally found a way to get into gear: the high-octane performance was a 180-degree turn from their last four games.
For Holgate's part, Graysen Jones made a splash no matter where she played. She didn't allow a single earned run and allowed only one hit while striking out six over five innings pitched. Jones has been consistent: she hasn't given up more than two walks any time she's pitched this season. She was also solid in the batter's box, going 1-for-2 with three stolen bases, two runs, and one double. Those runs marked the first that she has scored this season.
In other batting news, Holgate got a massive performance out of Lyndee Palte, who went 1-for-2 with four stolen bases and two runs. Those runs were Palte's first of the season. The team also got some help courtesy of Hannah East, who went 1-for-3 with three stolen bases, two runs, and one double.
Looking ahead, Stryker will look to defend their home field on Friday against Hicksville at 5:00 p.m. The Panthers' pitchers better be ready for this one: the Aces have averaged an impressive 7 runs per game this season. As for Holgate, they will venture away from home to take on Liberty Center at 11:00 a.m. on Saturday.
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