It can be hard to translate regular season success to the playoffs, but Granby had no problem doing just that on Wednesday. They were the clear victor by a 25-2 margin over the Woodside Wolverines. The result was nothing new for Granby, who have now won 14 matches 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 pitched two innings while giving up no earned runs off two hits. Meanwhile, Holmes tossed three innings while giving up just one earned (and one unearned) run but no hits. At the plate, Norman went 2-for-4 with a home run, three runs, and three RBI, while Holmes scored three runs and stole two bases while getting on base in four of her five plate appearances.
In other batting news, the team relied heavily on Destiny Harris, who went 5-for-5 with a home run, eight RBI, and four runs. The team also got some help courtesy of Alexis Hejnal, who got on base in all four of her plate appearances with three runs, four RBI, and a stolen base.
The victory was the seventh in a row for Granby, bringing their record for this year to 17-2. As for Woodside, their loss was their third straight on the road, which dropped their record down to 10-12.
Granby will challenge Bethel at 6:30 p.m. on Tuesday. One thing working in Bethel's favor is that they have posted big run totals in their last five matchups. Woodside does not have any more games scheduled as of now.
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